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JOIN THE MOVEMENT!

Become part of a global community advancing cognitive security across human, artificial, and hybrid systems.

Join us to defend cognitive systems against the threats that target how we think, decide, and act.

We're cultivating a thriving network of professionals, researchers, educators, and emerging leaders who see cognitive security as a collective mission rather than a competitive game.

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Membership is free and open to anyone aligned with our vision. It only requires a simple application. No dues or gatekeeping, just a commitment to a future where cognitive systems stay resilient and autonomy remains defendable.

 

Our members come from every sector, discipline, and part of the world. What unites us is a shared belief: we must build the defenses that cognitive security demands, together.

 

Apply today to become part of a growing global network committed to advancing cognitive security as a discipline.

Why Join Our Community?

All CSI members receive the following benefits:

Access to Exclusive Gatherings

Private AMAs, off-the-record discussions, roundtables, and members-only forums designed for deeper, safer conversations.

Cognitive Resilience

Peer support spaces and practitioner resources designed for those on the cognitive front lines.

Early Access to Resources & Recordings

Watch expert presentations and access resources before they're released publicly.

Direct Access to an Expert Community

Connect with like-minded professionals across security, psychology, governance, academia, and more.

Invitations to Cohorts & Program Pilots

Get first dibs on joining workshops, research cohorts, and early-stage projects in cognitive security.

Open Pathways to Contribution

Whether you're a creator, researcher, strategist, or storyteller, we'll help you find your place in the field.

Professional Tier

The Professional Tier is invitation-only, and serves as our SME-led working group, a space for high-trust collaboration.

 

Members are nominated or selected based on demonstrated expertise, leadership, community engagement, or critical skillsets in cognitive security and adjacent domains. Professional members contribute to strategic projects, co-author content, and advise on the development of tools and educational programs.

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This tier includes:

  • Opportunities to co-author research, tools, and courses

  • Priority invites to roundtables, pilots, and paid opportunities

  • Advanced briefings and early previews of incubated tools

  • Recognition as a trusted contributor to the field

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Volunteer to Support Our Mission

We believe in access and agency. Members can fulfill tiered volunteer commitments in exchange for membership perks — no paywall required.

 

Every hour you contribute helps build tools, publish resources, and grow the field of cognitive security.

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For Organizations & Partners

We work closely with mission-aligned partners across sectors. Whether you're interested in strategic collaboration, shared research, or community PARTNERSHIP — we'd love to hear from you.

Nonprofits, NGOs, and Research Allies

Corporations and Innovators

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The Cognitive Security Institute is a registered 501(c)(3) organization,
EIN: 92-3238363, State of Oregon Registration#: 66753.

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