WUB CSE Organizes “Jagoron Cyber Safety Day” to Promote Safe Digital Practices

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at World University of Bangladesh (WUB) organized “Jagoron Cyber Safety Day,” an interactive cyber safety workshop, on 14 October 2026. The programme supported WUB’s SDG initiatives, focusing on SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions).

The workshop featured four interactive booths covering digital privacy, device security, the risks of cracked software and free and open-source alternatives, and a scenario-based quiz. Participants also took a Safe Campus Pledge and received guidance on reporting cyberbullying and online harassment. With support from trained student ambassadors, participants practiced improving security settings on their own mobile phones and collected stamps in a “Jagoron Passport.”

The programme engaged more than 370 participants, including students, faculty members, and administrative staff. The initiative was also informed by an anonymous online survey that received 528 responses from WUB students. The survey revealed that only 38% of respondents knew the specific office and procedures for reporting cyber incidents at WUB, highlighting the need for greater awareness of institutional reporting channels.

The project was led by Dr. Md. Amran Hossen, Assistant Professor, in collaboration with Kh. Mustafizur Rahman, Senior Lecturer, and Mst. Nishita Aktar, Lecturer, of the Department of CSE. Fourteen trained Jagoron Ambassadors supported the event by facilitating the interactive booths and guiding participants.

Participants appreciated the initiative and expressed interest in more frequent cyber safety programmes. The department plans to continue Jagoron as a recurring initiative and share its digital safety guide to strengthen awareness across the university community.

Through this initiative, WUB reaffirms its commitment to promoting digital literacy, responsible online behaviour, and a safer digital environment in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.