An initiative of Gordies Foundation

About NSDI

Free cybersecurity and violence prevention training for young adults ages 18–24 in Chicago. Run by Gordies Foundation and funded by the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA).

What makes this program different

Fully funded—no cost to you
No tech experience required
Combines tech skills with violence prevention and mentoring
Job readiness and employer connections
Completion incentive when you finish the program

Schedule

The program runs 8 weeks. Sessions are held three days per week:

Monday & Wednesday: 90 minutes each
Friday: 2 hours

Location

Gordies Foundation, 6430 S. Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60636.