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501c3 nonprofit To create a more inclusive infosec industry-Aug5 24-A diversity-driven conference committed to helping all underrepresented people in infosec

Las Vegas, NV
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Meet our newest recruit and member to the infosec family, Xander 💕 Not only is he a doll, but he’s great at Python, IR, and lock picking (nimble fingers)! Congrats @secitup !
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
How would you like to earn an inaugural Diana Initiative “Amethyst Badge” good for lifetime admission? Please Tweet and/or Insta what you are most looking forward to about attending #DianaInitiative2019 . Winner will be announced @DianaInitiative on August 10th!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
4 years
Our registration is now live, join us on Aug 21-22 2020 to attend #dianainitiative2020 a conference celebrating #InfoSec #diversity . Some of the best brightest women in #InfoSec will be participating. #womenInTech #blacktechtwitter #BlackInCyber
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Looking for a new (or first) head shot to add to your social media profiles, conference bio, or hang on your wall? Diana Initiative has you covered! Stop by on Fri Aug 10, from 2 - 4. We'll have a professional photographer taking pictures. No sign up required, just queue up
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Very big thank you to @1dark0ne for our new 2019 logo representing a fierce phoenix rising from the ash with a little growing sprout to express growth 🌱 💜
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
4 years
Due to continued health safety concern, we've made the decision to postpone the physical aspects of #dianainitiative2021 until Aug 2022 and go virtual this year. Our 2021 virtual conference date has been set for July 16-17 2021. More details to come soon! #infosec #womenintech
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
❤Thank you everyone for all your support! ❤ It looks like we may have our space. Details to come. It takes a community! #TiaraCon - Allies
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Want to unlock 1337 level supporter status? Donate during our last fundraiser before the event! Any donation of $133.70 or more will receive "1337 level supporter" recognition and a set of lock pick earrings thanks to our partners @lockpickextreme !
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
We are growing this year! All our tracks will be hosted in the largest conference rooms of the Westin with enough capacity to be able to welcome most attendees.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
4 years
Due to the increased awareness of COVID-19 and risks it poses to our participants, family and friends, we’ve just made the difficult decision to cancel the physical aspects of The Diana Initiative 2020 and go virtual. More details coming soon.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
We’ve been growing so much, we now have staff positions available! From logistics, to merch, to design there is a role that will fit your skill set! We have team leads and senior staff spots. DM us if you’re interested and please RT so we can reach as many people as possible!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
2 years
#TDI2022 Keynote Speaker Jen Easterly @CISAJen Director, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency @CISAgov Don’t miss this event! #TakeTheInitiative
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Going to Vegas for BH, BSides, or DEFCON? You can use early bird registration to get a FREE badge to @DianaInitiative , a conference celebrating InfoSec diversity. Some of the best and brightest women in InfoSec will be participating. Register now:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
What's that comrade? You want to know who our third winner is for our @DerbyCon ticket giveaway? You got it! Can I get a RA RA RASPUTIN for OUR THIRD WINNER @ComradeEevee CONGRATS on going to Derby!!!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Big kudos to all our attendees, staff, volunteers, speakers, donors, supporters and sponsors for an incredible event. It would not have been possible without all your help. This year we exceeded attendance expectations, a sign that the community wants this, all thanks to you!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Congratulations, the winners of #dianainitiative2019 tickets giveaway are : Heidi @winter_heidi Aimee @A1m33_m Harpreet @Harpreet_K Jesse @AsceaKnight Aliia @AliiaSitdikova Lacey @koronkowy Caterina @CaterinaRindi Carlota @carlotasage We will send your tickets soon! Thanks @wr0
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
On behalf of all the team, we want to express our great admiration and gratitude to @rnbwkat who gave so much to help make this year’s Diana Initiative the wonderful event it was. As we won’t have a COO role going forward, we wish this amazing woman all the best. Thank you Kat💝
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
#DianaInitiative2019 We will see you at 7 am for registration And first talk is 900 Who is excited!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Going to Vegas for BH, BSides, or DEFCON? Why not also attend @DianaInitiative conference which is in same hotel as Defcon and will be celebrating InfoSec diversity. Some of the best and brightest women in InfoSec will be participating! Register now:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
The Diana Initiative is thrilled to announce our first keynote speaker of our 2018 event. Hear Shannon Morse @snubs speak on “Personal Branding as an Infosec Influencer - Building a Career from Scratch” 9:45 am Aug 9.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
The location of #dianainitiative18 will be at the Forum Tower Suite #6316 - check in for registered attendees starts at 8am!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
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It's the moment you've all been waiting for!!! The winners of our RSA conference full pass giveaway are : Kirsten @Kay_Doe_Potato Heather @sheseesshells Lauren @_cosmonaught_ Joanna @_joannatess Mary Anne @S3rEni1Y Congratulations! Thank you @RSAConference for your donation!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Our CFP is now open! Please go file a cfp submission at Your time is now!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Looking for a job but not feeling confident in your interview skills or the quality of your resume? We can help! We have a very limited number of spots available for 1:1 help. Sign up here:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Thanks to @Microsoft for joining us as a 💎Diamond💎sponsor for #DianaInitiative2019 ! Your support of #WomenInTech and #DiversityandInclusion within #InfoSec is much appreciated!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Help increase awareness of women in #infosec get their voices be heard while having fun in a safe space by registering to #dianainitiative19 !Includes a limited “learn to solder” badge & access to high quality trainings, CTF, villages, talks & more!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
How would you like to earn an inaugural Diana Initiative “Amethyst Badge” good for lifetime admission? Please Tweet and/or Insta what you are most looking forward to about attending #DianaInitiative2019 . Winner will be announced @DianaInitiative on August 10th!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
1 year
Please note - we have two positive COVID cases for our event so far.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
Our CFP is now open! Please go file a cfp submission at Your time is now!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
#TiaraCon 2017 is on! We need your support to make tiaras happen again this year. Please visit our GoFundMe page:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
3 years
Congratulations to all our #dianainitiative2021 speakers ! We now have a speakers page where we will list info of them all including some of our villages and partners sessions speakers!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Going to Vegas for BH, BSides, or DEFCON? You can use early bird registration to get a FREE badge to @DianaInitiative , a conference celebrating InfoSec diversity. Some of the best and brightest women in InfoSec will be participating. Register now:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Your support is so important to us. We have a great opportunity for you to join us now as 1337 Level supporters! Every donor who gives $133.70 or more, will receive lock pick earrings (during the convention) thanks to @LockpickExtreme !
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Wow wow wow! Big Thank You to @DerbyCon for the very generous donation! We appreciate all the support!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
4 years
Save the dates! Our 1st round Call for Presentation (cfp) is now open! Please go file a cfp submission at Your time is now! #infosec #diversity #womenInTech #blacktechtwitter #BlackInCyber
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
✨Good news✨We have regained access to our twitter account and looking for alternate ways to do the event
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
If you scored one of these in your #DianaInitiative2019 Swag Bag this year, but didn't want to plug it in because, well, security people are (understandably) paranoid.... It's just a USB data blocker, only allowing Power to flow through. Don't believe us? Sandbox it.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Your support is important to us. We have a great opportunity for you to become a 1337 Level Donor! Donors giving $133.70+, will get these limited @LockpickExtreme angel wing charm earrings w/concealed handcuff shims. Choose in Sterling Silver or 14k Gold!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
4 years
It was announced in the closing remarks, #dianainitiative2021 will be back in August 5th and 6th 2021 at the Westin Las Vegas and Spa
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
We are saddened to hear this, but as a fellow part of #HackerSummerCamp , The Diana Initiative stands in solidarity with @Queercon through this difficult time. If anyone planning to attend the events in Vegas next month has yet to book their room, might we suggest Alexis Park?
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Queercon
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1/ Queercon, @blackhat , @bsideslv , @dcfurs , and @defcon families: Please gather round, as we have some good news and some bad news to share. (Thread)
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
A huge thanks to @TrustedSec for your $1,500 donation, we have now jumped to 43% from meeting our goal! cc @HackingDave If you'd like to help fill in our bar, visit to give what you can. All donations are tax deductible! #womenIntech #InfoSec
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
We're proud to announce our special, limited RAWR participant tickets, which include admission to The Diana Initiative 2019 on Aug 9-10, a limited edition RAWR Challenge Coin, and a swag bag of special RAWR surprises. Get yours today!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
Resilience. Strength. Determination. Let's champion Women in Infosec. Announcing ... The Diana Initiative July 27-28 Vegas. Our Con is on!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
The Diana Initiative is thrilled to announce our Friday afternoon keynote speaker of our 2018 event. Hear Amanda Berlin @infosystir speak on “Hackers, Hugs, & Drugs - Mental Health in Infosec” at 6pm Aug 10.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
We need more Volunteers. If you are interested in supporting #DianaInitiative2019 with your time/energy, please reach out to volunteers @dianainitiative .org to see which slots need to be filled. Since tickets are selling out, this might be your only chance to get in.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
2 years
#TDI2022 is pleased to announce our keynote speaker Jen Easterly Director, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency Don’t miss this event! #TakeTheInitiative
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Thanks to an anonymous donor, we are now about to bring 8 deserving students to @DianaIninitiative2019 ! Thank you for the extra support! Can we make it 9, or even 10?
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
Why So Few Women Work In Cyber Security (And How We Can Change It) via @forbes
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
Our CFP will open very soon, so start thinking about what you want to submit! This year we have big plans in store including talks, professional headshots, lockpick village and demo, badge soldering, hacker family dinner, quiet networking party, loud costume party... 🎊
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
We are thrilled to welcome our first deputy COO Emily @Hexadecim8 to the team! With Emily long professional experience in diverse security fields and with her resourcefulness to guide us, we are all looking forward for an exciting #dianainitiative19 event! Congratulations Emily!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
4 years
For those asking about videos of the recorded talks, please give us a week or two to get them up. Keep an eye on We'll also announce them here when they are ready. Thanks for your patience!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Earlier today, we sent a Tweet misidentifying @k8em0 as "bug bounty hunter". Karen - our social media lead - was at fault. We apologize, and she now understands that the appropriate wording should have been "CREATED" Microsoft and Pentagon bug bounty programs.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
3 years
We are pleased to announce our new #dianainitiative2021 logo from @1dark0ne ! Read her beautiful inspiring words behind our outstanding 2021 “Spark A Journey” logo ⭐️ #infosec #womenInTech #blacktechtwitter #nonbinaryinSTEM #LatinxTechTwitter
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
4 years
While the theme (courtesy of @H1xD1 ) was announced months ago, we now have a logo design (thanks to @1dark0ne ) for #DianaInitiative2020 . Please see our announcement post for more information:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
FYI: The quickest route to The Westin for #DianaInitiative2019 when coming from #DEFCON27 is to exit through the lower level food court of Bally's, cross Flamingo Blvd, turn right and walk past the parking lot. It's a warm walk, but it will be worth it. Promise! #RAWR
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Schedule is now out at ! This year we have a great lineup of some of the best and brightest women in InfoSec participating!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
3 years
We need more red and purple Team CFP submissions!! DFIR, Threat Intel, Social Engineering, Malware Reversing, etc.. we want it all! Submit at : Your time is now! #infosec #womenInTech #BlackInCyber #nonbinaryinSTEM #LatinxTechTwitter
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
Thanks to amazingly talented comic artist Gavin P. Smith we now have our very own super-heroine hacker! We named her “Diana Daemon” but we need help to come up with a good hacker name and background story on how she got to become so kick ass! cc @gavinpsmith
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
8 years
Exciting news: @tiarac0n now hosted by @DC503 an official @defcon party! RSVP to secure a #tiara @securelyfitz badge
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
The focus is on - YOU! We're offering headshots for attendees. Bring professional attire, let us do the rest. Career boost! #TiaraCon 2017
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Do not miss this! Get your #dianainitiative2019 #RAWR ticket here : to get @tribeOfHackers book. Limited to first 25 RAWR participants! Thank you @RayRedacted @marcusjcarey
@marcusjcarey
Marcus J. Carey
5 years
Shoutout to everyone who supports @TribeOfHackers . We were able to give away 60 free books at @bsidessatx today. We also donated 25 books to @DianaInitiative , shoutout to @RayRedacted for asking us to contribute.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Our call for sponsors is open - your support will help us do even more amazing things this year. Let’s believe and achieve together! Great opportunity to connect and support hundreds of women diversity in #infosec #womenInTech Our prospectus is now up at
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Did you know that all cfp first round rejected submissions that received mentoring got accepted in second round? It is all thanks to all our last year mentors. Bring the gift of mentoring to our submitters and speakers again 💜
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CircuitSwan
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Hello! are you interested in mentoring? @DianaInitiative needs CFP Mentors, Presentation Mentors and Student Mentors for 2020!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Going to Vegas for BH, BSides, or DEFCON? You can use early bird registration. First 300 to attend the event get a FREE 2018 badge to @DianaInitiative , a conference celebrating InfoSec diversity. Some of the brightest women in InfoSec will be participating
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
2 years
Join us at #TDI2022 in Las Vegas This year’s keynote speaker is Jen Easterly @CISAJen Director, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency @CISAgov #TakeTheInitiative
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Round one feedback has been sent out. ALL submissions were sent feedback. Any submissions not accepted for round one will be considered for round 2. Anyone wishing to edit their proposal or who would like a mentor to help with their submission can write cfp @dianainitiative .com
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
We need more volunteers! #dianainitiative2019 Donate 4-8 hours of your time, get a free badge, t-shirt & our gratitude for making a difference! We need help for set-up, registration, villages, Safety, Speaker host, parties, floaters/roamers! Sign up here:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Huge thanks to @bsideslv for selecting us as one of the recipient of their silent auction this year along side amazing charities like @Hak4Kidz and @EFF 🌈😍 If you go to #hackersummercamp this year we highly recommend to check them out on Aug 7th & 8th!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
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Happy new year 2019 hacker fam!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Do not leave #hackerSummerCamp without ordering a #dianainitiative2019 shirt with @1dark0ne amazing phoenix logo, from our online fundraiser running only until next week 💜 🌈
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
There are heroes🎖 And there are Superheroes 🏆 When we needed it most ❤ @dc801 offered us their space! ❤ We cannot say Thank You enough! ❤
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
7 years
We are thrilled to welcome our new COO @secitup to the team! Under her skilled leadership, we have started planning an exciting 2018 event👏🏼
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
Our registration is now open at
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
8 years
First-time #defcon attendees at our lunch who came because @tiarac0n was happening. Powerful. Let's do more of this!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
3 years
The RSA Conference has given us Five (5) RSAC22 FULL CONFERENCE passes to give away. Winners will be selected based on who the review team deems to be ready to take best advantage of the ticket, and who would otherwise not have the opportunity to attend RSAC.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
2 years
We are deeply distraught by today’s SCOTUS ruling. We are upset that pregnant people’s fundamental rights are being revoked, and the precedent this sets for both removing people’s right to privacy and revoking protections of our BIPoC & LGBTQ+ friends.
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
It's the moment you've all been waiting for!!! We are announcing the winners of our @DerbyCon ticket giveaway! OUR FIRST WINNER IS.... @technogal CONGRATS YOU'RE THE FIRST CONTESTANT ON THE PRICE IS-er... I mean... YOU'RE GOING TO DERBYCON!!!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
Thank you to @Starbucks for coming on board as a Platinum sponsor for #DianaInitiative2019 ! Your support of #DiversityAndInclusion in #InfoSec is much appreciated! We still have 🌈Rainbow and 💎Diamond Sponsorships available:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
5 years
For #DianaInitiative2019 we have 2 parties: Quiet Party, aka board games & chill: Fri, 9 Aug Not-Quiet Party, featuring @TinehAgent : Sat, 10 Aug A Diana Initiative Badge is required to get in. Doors open at 7:30pm; space is limited. More info:
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
6 years
We are so excited to announce that we have partnered with @LockpickExtreme to offer 2 - lock repinning workshops during our event! Separate registration is required and can be done at: There is a small fee, but you will get to keep some of the supplies
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
3 years
Want to run a Capture the Flag (CTF)? We are looking for a lead and co-lead for our CTF this year! Could this be you? (and/or are you a company who likes to run CTFs and want to run ours as an in-kind donation?) Reach out!
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@DianaInitiative
The Diana Initiative
4 years
Hey hacker fam! Have you had a chance to register for our conference yet? No? Some of the best and brightest women in #InfoSec will be participating. Now’s your chance! Register now: #infosec #diversity #womenInTech #blacktechtwitter #BlackInCyber
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