About ULINZI
ULINZI—meaning “defence” in Swahili—is the Kenya Diaspora Board’s flagship cybersecurity awareness initiative, funded by the Department of Home Affairs under the Cybersecurity Awareness for Vulnerable Groups Grants Program. Designed specifically for vulnerable migrant communities in NSW, ULINZI equips culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) populations with essential digital security knowledge and practical tools to protect themselves online.
What We Do
ULINZI delivers comprehensive cybersecurity awareness through community workshops and government-endorsed resources. Our programme covers the critical foundations of digital safety: creating secure passphrases, implementing two-factor authentication, recognizing common scams, securing mobile devices, and accessing support services. We recognise that cyber threats disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, including international students, refugee communities, and recently arrived migrants—and we’re committed to bridging the digital security gap.
Our Reach & Impact
Since launching the programme, we have:
- Facilitated four in-person cybersecurity awareness workshops: Sydney (250 participants drawn from Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ghana, and Nigeria migrant communities), Armidale (40 participants, largely recently arrived migrants from DRC and Burundi), Newcastle (165 participants drawn from sub-Saharan Africa), and Wagga Wagga (60 participants drawn from Kenya, Uganda, and Burundi), reaching over 515 vulnerable community members from Swahili-speaking sub-Saharan Africa and beyond
- Partnered with the Multicultural Council of Wagga Wagga to deliver workshops in Wagga Wagga, Albury, and Wodonga, extending our reach across regional NSW
- Distributed government-endorsed ‘Act Now, Stay Safe’ cybersecurity resources across our social media platforms—Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn
- Provided one-on-one support to participants, including referrals to specialised services for those who have experienced cyber incidents
Our workshops bring together diverse age groups—from school children and young adults to parents and seniors—creating safe spaces for learning within established community networks. By partnering with trusted cultural and religious organisations, we remove barriers to participation and deliver training in culturally responsive ways.
Key Resources
The “Act Now, Stay Safe” campaign provides accessible, practical guidance on cyber safety. Access these essential resources:
- Cyber-Safe Actions: https://www.actnowstaysecure.gov.au/cyber-safe-actions
- Get the Facts: https://www.actnowstaysecure.gov.au/get-facts
- Support Services: https://www.actnowstaysecure.gov.au/support
Our Four Golden Rules
Participants learn practical digital security practices:
- Create strong passphrases instead of weak passwords
- Enable two-factor authentication on critical accounts
- Keep devices updated with the latest security patches
- Stop, check, and protect—verify before clicking, downloading, or sharing information
Get Involved
Are you part of a vulnerable migrant community? Looking to partner with us? Contact the Kenya Diaspora Board to learn about upcoming workshops in your area or to discuss collaboration opportunities.