Chicago, IL (July 31, 2026) - On July 31, 2026, Girl Security was featured live on CBS News Chicago. Founder and CEO Lauren Buitta joined recent high school graduate and program participant Susann Dunlap to discuss how Girl Security is preparing young women for careers in national security, cybersecurity, and AI.

Lauren emphasized that girls are increasingly on the front lines of national security challenges, from deepfakes to online exploitation, and that their lived experiences provide critical insights for shaping better solutions. She noted that women currently make up only 20–25% of the workforce in these fields, and Girl Security is working to expand pathways and skills while reimagining what security looks like through diverse perspectives.