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      About Us
      
      Advancing cybersecurity awareness, education, and innovation for a safer digital world.
      
      Our Team
      
      Meet the leaders and visionaries driving the NCF’s mission forward every day.
      
      FAQs
      
      Find quick answers about our mission, membership, and how to get involved.
      
      NCF Financial Data
      
      Review audited reports and filings that reflect our commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship.
      
      Our History
      
      From codebreakers to cyber defenders — preserving a legacy that shapes the future.
      
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      More Than a Mission — A Movement
      
      The NCF brings together educators, experts, and enthusiasts who believe in building an informed, cyber-safe future.
Programs & Events
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      All Programs
      
      Explore all of the NCF's programs driving cyber awareness, education, and history forward.
      
      Escape Room
      
      Hands-on puzzle challenge: crack codes, solve clues, experience real-time cryptologic logic.
      
      Convening to Act
      
      Catalyzing strategic dialogue on emerging cyber & cryptologic challenges in partnership with NSA.
      
      Cocktails & Codebreakers
      
      A celebratory evening honoring cryptologic legacy, networking, and thought leadership.
      
      Crypto Cup
      
      A signature fundraiser merging sport and mission — advancing cryptologic education through golf.
      
      Preserving Cryptologic History
      
      Honoring the people, stories, and artifacts that shaped the world of codes and signals.
      
      Student Ambassador Program
      
      Catalyzing strategic dialogue on emerging cyber & cryptologic challenges in partnership with NSA.
      
      Cyber Saturday
      
      A full-day, interactive event for youth and families to explore cybersecurity through play.
      
      Cyber Feud
      
      A live, fast-paced competition where students test cyber knowledge in game show format.
      
      Maryland History Day
      
      Highlighting student research on cryptology’s impact across Maryland’s past.
      
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      View Our Upcoming Events
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      Events That Build a Cyber-Safe Future
      
      The NCF programs spark growth, foster collaboration, and make cybersecurity a shared mission across generations and industries.
Resources
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      Podcast Series
      
      Listen to #CyberChats and Cyber Pulse — the NCF's two podcasts exploring stories, insights, and innovations shaping cybersecurity.
      
      Cyber Games
      
      Engaging students through interactive challenges that build real-world cybersecurity skills and teamwork.
      
      Downloads
      
      Access classroom-ready lessons, tools, and activities to teach cryptology, cybersecurity, and digital citizenship.
      
      Insights & Updates
      
      Explore thought leadership, event recaps, and the latest news from the world of cryptology and cyber education.
      
      Outsmart Cyberthreats Collection
      
      Clear, engaging resources that build foundational cyber safety skills through activities and practical guidance.
      
      Cybersecurity Curriculum Guidelines
      
      Guidelines that support creating cybersecurity-focused lessons and inspire students to pursue cyber careers.
      
      How to Be Cyber Safe + Savvy – A Data Care Booklet for Adults
      
      Clear, practical steps to protect their devices, data, and privacy from today’s online threats.
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      Empowering the Next Generation of
      Cyber Thinkers
      
      Through resources, stories, and shared knowledge, the NCF helps educators, professionals, and students strengthen our cyber future together.
Cryptologic History
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      Trailblazers
      
      Discover the pioneers who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations in cryptology.
      
      Historical Figures in Cryptology
      
      Meet the brilliant minds whose work in codes and communication shaped global history.
      
      Cryptologic Bytes
      
      Dive into quick reads and fascinating facts that reveal the hidden history of code and communication.
      
      Commemorate
      
      Honor the people and achievements that advanced the art and science of cryptology.
      
      Acquisitions Archives
      
      Explore rare artifacts, documents, and exhibits preserved to tell the evolving story of cryptology.
      
      NSA/CSS Cryptologic Hall of Honor
      
      Celebrate individuals whose exceptional contributions strengthened our nation’s intelligence and security.
      
      Visit the NCF Archives Site
      
      Visit the NCF Archives Site
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      Preserving the Code of Our Past
      
      From hidden messages to historic breakthroughs, the NCF keeps the stories of cryptology alive—honoring the people, events, and innovations that shaped modern intelligence.
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