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EDUCATE...our citizens to be cyber smart, and develop pathways for the future cyber workforce.
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ENGAGE
...and convene partners to address emerging cyber and cryptologic issues.
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COMMEMORATE
...our cryptologic history & those who served within the cryptologic community.
The National Cryptologic Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) organization not affiliated with the U.S. Federal Government.
THE NCF MISSION
Advance the nation’s interest in cyber and cryptology through leadership, education, and partnerships.
NCF NEWS & BLOG
In August 2025, the NCF, in partnership with the Maryland STEM Fest, proudly brought Cyber Feud to the 2025 Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) National Conference in Atlanta. This exciting competition featured two dynamic teams with participants representing BDPA clubs from across the United States.
The NCF was proud to be invited to a community event at the Brooklyn Public Library in New York to share our cyber education resources for a Back-to-School event.
"Cybersecurity education isn’t a niche subject—it’s essential." - Dr. Alisha Jordan and Ms. Kishanna Harley represented the NCF at Cyber.org in June 2025 and provided an insightful breakout session for educators to introduce them to invaluable NCF cyber education resources.
Cryptologic & Cyber Dates in History
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Birth of Philip Johnston, man behind the proposal to use the Navajo language as a code in WWII.
