White House Invites Henry To Speak at Equity Roundtable

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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / April 10, 2023 / Southern Company recently participated in a White House roundtable focused on cybersecurity in the Black community, featuring Curley Henry, VP and Deputy Chief Information Security Officer. This event honored Black History Month and aimed to tackle crucial issues like access to good jobs and economic security.

During the discussion, Henry emphasized the importance of enhancing cybersecurity and promoting pathways to tech jobs for underrepresented groups. The event also announced a significant funding initiative of approximately $90 million aimed at supporting cybersecurity apprenticeships. Henry expressed optimism about advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in cybersecurity with governmental support.

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / April 10, 2023 / Southern Company:

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During a recent roundtable discussion at the White House on the state of cybersecurity in the Black community, Curley Henry, Southern Company's vice president and deputy chief information security officer, was among the distinguished Black cybersecurity leaders invited to participate.

The event was held in recognition of Black History Month and aimed to address issues such as access to good-paying jobs, economic security and growing small disadvantaged businesses in Black communities.

"The invitation to participate in this roundtable was quite an honor," Henry said. "It aligns with the meaningful work Southern Company and the Technology Organization are doing every day to improve diversity, equity and inclusion outcomes across our footprint."

Henry shared insights on enhancing security and economic prosperity in cyberspace and creating more pathways to good-paying cyber and tech jobs for underrepresented communities.

The event also included briefings on cybersecurity workforce issues, methods to address cyber risks and advocacy tactics to support policymaking. Additionally, approximately $90 million in funding to support cybersecurity and other critical industry-related apprenticeships for underrepresented groups was also announced.

"The open dialogue between peers across multiple sectors resonated that there is concern around this topic," Henry said. "With support of this administration, I am hopeful that progress will be made."

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FAQ

What was the purpose of the Southern Company roundtable at the White House on April 10, 2023?

The roundtable focused on cybersecurity issues affecting the Black community and addressed topics like job access and economic security.

Who represented Southern Company at the White House roundtable discussion?

Curley Henry, the VP and Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, represented Southern Company.

What funding initiative was announced at the roundtable discussion?

Approximately $90 million in funding was announced to support cybersecurity apprenticeships for underrepresented groups.

How does Southern Company contribute to diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity?

Southern Company, through its Technology Organization, aims to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion outcomes across its operations.

What was the significance of the roundtable for Black History Month?

The event recognized Black History Month by addressing critical economic and cybersecurity issues in Black communities.