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B.I.C. Village Mission​

"Social Justice and The Black Experience in Technology".

This village seeks to highlight Black experiences, innovations in the field, Black culture, Black history as well as provide a platform for the discussion of social justice and its impact on the progression and development of Technology.

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2025 Cultural Celebrations and Themes

HOMECOMING 2025: 5 YEARS OF BIC VILLAGE

"Celebration Of HBCU's, HBCU Bands & Divine 9 Culture"

Join us for the Celebration of HBCUs, HBCU Bands, & Divine 9. This year we are dedicated to honoring the legacy and culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, HBCU bands and the vibrant traditions of the Divine 9 fraternities and sororities. Our village will be filled with music, unity, and pride as we celebrate these monuments of excellence and heritage in the Black community."
 

"The Black History of The Deep South"

Explore the rich and profound legacy of the Deep South of the USA as the 2025 BIC Village is dedicated to honoring the stories, struggles, and triumphs of African Americans in the region. Journey through time as we highlight the cultural, social, and historical impact of Black communities that shaped the South. It's a powerful celebration of resilience, heritage, and identity.

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"Black History in the 1950', 60's & 1970's"

 

"Discover these pivotal moments that delve into the struggles, achievements and cultural movements that defined these transformative decades. Explore the impact of the Civil Rights Movement and the rise of influential leaders/artists who shaped the era.

It's a powerful tribute to the resilience and progress of

Black communities during a time of change.

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BIC Village Talk Categories​

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Technology in Social Justice: Discussing and highlighting how disparity and lack of equality negatively effect the progression of Cybersecurity and/or the greater technology field.

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Black Experience In Cybersecurity / Technology: Describing or narrating a cultural experience that helped shape innovation, develop a curiosity or fuel a mission.

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Cyber Innovations and Advancements: Presenting a specific advancement, innovation or invention that has been preformed by a Black practitioner or has aided the Black community.​​
 

For information on the BIC CTF navigate to the BIC CTF Page.

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BIC VILLAGE 2025 SPEAKER SCHEDULE

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- Day 1 BIC Village Programming @ Friday August 8, 2025 -

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Levone Campbell
Hooks and Hooks: How AI Is Revolutionizing Both Phishing Attacks and Our Defenses
Friday August 8, 2025 - 10:00 AM
This thought-provoking session dives into the dual-edged role of artificial intelligence in the phishing ecosystem. On one side, AI is enabling attackers to craft more convincing and scalable phishing campaigns, making detection increasingly difficult. On the other, it's empowering defenders with smarter tools for real-time detection, adaptive filtering, and behavioral analysis.

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Eli McRae
BIC Village "B.I.C. Pick" DEF CON 33 Badge Walkthrough
Friday August 8, 2025 - 10:00 AM
Join us for a guided walkthrough of the Blacks in Cybersecurity Village (BIC) badge from DEF CON 33, led by the badge’s developer. Explore the PCB design, embedded circuits, and how this year’s badge supports SAOs.

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D.J. Davis
Let's Lose the Shock-Mystery of Linux - A Pain-Free Intro
Friday August 8, 2025 - 11:00 AM
Linux is powerful—but intimidating. This talk removes the mystery with comparisons to Windows, clear explanations of key concepts, and practical tips for getting started.

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Nikkia Henderson
Cyber Gamechangers: Women Who Lead, Secure, and Inspire
Friday August 8, 2025 - 01:00 PM
A powerful panel spotlighting women reshaping cybersecurity. Hear real stories, career advice, and how they’re advancing diversity in the field.

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Malachi Walker
Following Threat Actors’ Rhythm — to Give Them More Blues
Friday August 8, 2025 - 02:00 PM
This session introduces Domain Intelligence Analysis: using DNS artifacts to improve threat detection and response before domains become public IOCs.

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Sydney Johns
RE for the Rest of Us: An Introduction to Reverse Engineering
Friday August 8, 2025 - 03:00 PM
Break into RE with hands-on demos using Arduino and Ghidra. You'll explore low-level behavior, binary analysis, and board-level understanding in a beginner-friendly way.

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Lorenzo White
Cybersecurity Career Fireside Chat: Offensive Security
Friday August 8, 2025 - 04:00 PM
Join red team professionals for an open Q&A about breaking into offensive security, their career journeys, and what it’s really like on the front lines.

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- Day 2 BIC Village Programming @ Saturday August 9, 2025 -

Dr. Tia Pope
Petty Proteins: When Molecules Go Rogue — And Why Cyberbiosecurity Needs You
Saturday August 9, 2025 - 10:00 AM
Explore how AI-designed proteins and biological misbehavior mirror cybersecurity threats—and why we need diverse cyberbiosecurity defenders.

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National Service Panel (CTU, BIC, MCPA)
Saturday August 9, 2025 - 10:00 AM
This virtual panel discusses careers in national service through cybersecurity and how programs support underrepresented talent.

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Remi Afon
The African Cybercrime Economy: Inside the Playbooks of Digital Hustlers
Saturday August 9, 2025 - 12:00 PM
Go inside the tactics of African cybercriminals and learn how GoLegit Africa is building pathways away from crime through cyber training.

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Umanhonlen Gabriel
[Virtual] Transitioning from CTF to Professional Ethical Hacker
Saturday August 9, 2025 - 12:00 PM
Turn your CTF wins into a cybersecurity career. Learn how to build a portfolio, get certified, and move from challenge boxes to paid gigs.

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Louis DeWeaver
The Truth, The Whole Truth, and Nothing But the Truth About Cybersecurity
Saturday August 9, 2025 - 01:00 PM
An unfiltered look at the cybersecurity industry's overpromises, vendor hype, and the importance of practical action over shiny tools.

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Ian G. Harris
From Code to Control: Embedded System Design vs. Traditional Software Design
Saturday August 9, 2025 - 02:00 PM
Explore how embedded design differs from software dev: from bare-metal programming to communication protocols and debugging hardware.

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Jessica Hoffman
Audit This: Breaking Down Bias in the Cyber Stack
Saturday August 9, 2025 - 03:00 PM
Bias shows up in security controls, hiring pipelines, and more. Learn how to detect and disrupt it across your organization’s cyber stack.

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- Day 3 BIC Village Programming @ Sunday August 10, 2025 -

Jason Brooks
Full Court Press: How Basketball Officiating Shaped a Cybersecurity Career
Sunday August 10, 2025 - 10:00 AM
From the hardwood to the SOC: discover how skills from officiating basketball translate to decision-making and teamwork in cyber.

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Angela Forest
Hacking Deathcare: Reclaiming Health Systems Through Tech, Ethics, and Rebellion
Sunday August 10, 2025 - 11:00 AM
Explore the intersection of health, deathcare, and cybersecurity. Reclaim digital systems with ethics, justice, and tech resistance.

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Nykolas Muldrow
From Wake Island to the War Room: A Black Cyber Leader’s Path to Purpose
Sunday August 10, 2025 - 11:30 AM
From isolated military bases to national defense missions, learn how Nykolas leveraged identity and experience to lead in secure spaces.

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Brett Alexander Tolbert
Pick Up Your Feelings: The Effects of Bias and Subjectivity in Threat Assessments
Sunday August 10, 2025 - 12:00 PM
Unpack how logical fallacies and bias affect CTI and hiring. Learn how structured analytic techniques improve decision-making.

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Kevin Mitchell
Ducking Gatekeepers, Becoming Game Changers
Sunday August 10, 2025 - 01:00 PM
Tired of asking for permission to innovate? Learn how to launch your own MSP, respond to RFPs, and take full ownership of your cyber career.

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