WHT NOW Partners With Mumbai's HSNC University To Train Students In Cybercrime Prevention

Mumbai: In a strategic move to combat cybercrime by sensitising the younger generations, WHT NOW, a non-governmental organisation, has partnered with HSNC University in Mumbai. Through this collaborative initiative, they aim to train university students on how to identify and avoid the common tactics used by cyber-thieves, and thereby protect their digital assets.

About The Initiative

This initiative is a part of WHT NOW’s ‘National Youth Ambassador Program’ under which they aim to train over 5,000 students across the country by this year-end. In view of increasing cases of cyber-crimes such as sextortion, cyberbullying, identity theft, etc., they launched this initiative last month. HSNC University is the first educational institute they have collaborated in this transformative journey. This program has been designed to equip the students with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to not only protect themselves but also support their peers, families, and communities.

Statement Of The Founder Of WHT NOW

Neeti Goel, the founder of WHT NOW, said, “Through a series of structured workshops and interactive sessions, students will be trained by a multidisciplinary team from WHT NOW, including cybersecurity professionals, legal experts, and mental health counsellors. These sessions have been designed to address the entire spectrum of cybercrime, from understanding common tactics used by perpetrators, to managing emotional impact and taking the right legal steps.”

Statement By The Vice Chancellor Of HSNC University, Mumbai

Dr. Hemlata K. Bagla, vice chancellor of HSNC University Mumbai, said, “These are not merely scams; they are emotional manipulations that prey on trust, fear, and patriotism. This collaboration is a step towards building an academic ecosystem where students are not only educated but also protected digitally, emotionally, and socially. It is our responsibility to ensure that awareness reaches every stakeholder. Together, we aim to build not just safe campuses, but safe digital lives.”

To support victims and concerned individuals, WHT NOW has also launched a dedicated national helpline +91-9019115115 providing immediate assistance, guidance, and referral support for cases related to cyber abuse, harassment, and online threats.

According to the NGO, over 40 other academic institutions have also expressed interest in partnering with them. Their long-term goal is to build a pan-India network of trained ambassadors who act as on-ground support for both prevention and response.

India, home to over 850 million internet users, is one of the most digitally connected nations in the world, yet digital safety awareness remains limited within formal education systems. WHT NOW’s mission is to bridge that gap by placing empowered young voices at the centre of change.