Understanding Cyber Risk in a Connected World
Digital Abuse Women's Network (DAWN) provides education, guidance, and trusted resources to help individuals and organizations understand, prevent, and respond to digital abuse, cyber threats, and technology-related risks.
We do not operate a crisis hotline, shelter, or emergency response service. Instead, DAWN helps people make informed decisions by connecting them with credible cybersecurity knowledge, best practices, and authoritative organizations.
DAWN offers clear, accessible information to help you understand:
Our goal is to reduce fear and confusion by explaining cybersecurity topics in plain language.
If you are concerned about suspicious online activity, compromised accounts, or unsafe digital practices, DAWN provides:
DAWN does not investigate incidents or provide forensic services.
For small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations, DAWN helps you understand:
This information is educational only and not a vendor endorsement.
DAWN strongly encourages using established, authoritative cybersecurity organizations for official guidance, reporting, and response.
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
National guidance on cyber threats, incident response, and digital safety
https://www.cisa.gov
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Cybersecurity frameworks, best practices, and risk management standards
https://www.nist.gov/cybersecurity
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Identity theft, fraud reporting, and consumer cybersecurity guidance
https://www.identitytheft.gov
If you believe you are the victim of cybercrime, DAWN recommends reporting directly to:
Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
https://www.ic3.gov
DAWN's resources are intended for:
Our content is educational, not emergency-based.
DAWN does not provide:
If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a non-digital emergency, please contact local emergency services.
DAWN is committed to making cybersecurity knowledge accessible to people of all backgrounds and technical skill levels. Our materials are designed to be understandable, inclusive, and practical.