Empowering Teens in Cybersecurity and AI

Building a Safer Digital Future, One Student at a Time

Young Leaders in Cybersecurity and AI (YLCA) is a student-led initiative helping teens build real cybersecurity and AI literacy through workshops, leadership opportunities, and practical community impact.

YLCA students participating in a cybersecurity workshop

Officially Recognized Through

Schools

Workshop host recognition

Communities

Youth digital safety initiatives

Partners

Industry mentorship support

As Featured In and Backed By Community Impact

The Tribune Feature

YLCA youth-led workshops and outreach recognized in print and online coverage.

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Cybersecurity for Teens

Amazon bestselling youth cybersecurity resource authored by YLCA founder.

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Student Impact Stories

Ambassadors leading clubs, workshops, and peer awareness campaigns globally.

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Our Mission

We make cybersecurity and AI learning practical, accessible, and youth-led so students can create safer digital communities.

Intergenerational Leadership

Students lead practical sessions that strengthen digital safety habits in schools and communities.

Cybersecurity and AI Education

Hands-on learning focused on phishing awareness, privacy, secure behavior, and responsible AI use.

Global Access

Free and scalable programs that help learners anywhere build confidence in the digital world.

Our Impact

Together, students are driving measurable digital safety awareness.

4,000+

Students Reached

25

Schools Reached

60+

Student Ambassadors

3

Corporate Partnerships

Arth Bhardwaj with Mayor Sue Zwahlen during civic recognition
YLCA April-May 2026 recognition moment

Civic Recognition and Technology Media Feature

In April 2026, YLCA reached an important recognition milestone as Founder Arth Bhardwaj received recognition from Mayor Sue Zwahlen of Modesto, California for his leadership in expanding cybersecurity and responsible AI awareness. This civic recognition validated YLCA's mission of making digital safety education more accessible to students and communities.

YLCA was also featured in TechBullion, a leading technology and innovation news outlet, in the article “Shaping Dreams: A California High School Student's Vision for Global Cybersecurity.” The feature highlighted Arth's role as YLCA founder, the organization's global growth, and its ambassador-driven model for helping students learn about phishing, online scams, password security, and ethical AI use.

Meet Our Founder

Arth Bhardwaj is the student founder of YLCA, building a global youth movement around cybersecurity awareness and responsible AI. Through workshops, ambassador leadership, and community action, he helps students turn digital safety knowledge into real-world impact.

YLCA founder featured in The Tribune
Tribune article page featuring YLCA
YLCA featured in The Tribune online
Cybersecurity for Teens book cover

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join YLCA as a student volunteer, partner school, or supporter and help shape a safer digital future.