As part of this effort, NCSA facilitates Train of Trainers (ToT) programs delivered by ITU COP subject matter experts. Invited participants take part in these sessions and, upon completion, become ITU-certified trainers. In October 2024, a successful batch of participants achieved ToT certification, expanding national capacity to safeguard children online.

Child online protection is a sensitive issue involving multiple stakeholders. NCSA contributes by leading the cybersecurity component, ensuring that certified ToTs are locally supported and connected to ITU’s international expertise.

While NCSA Learn serves a broad audience on cyber hygiene and digital safety, the COP ToT program is focused specifically on children’s protection. To maximize impact, NCSA is developing a platform to connect certified ToTs with training requests, track the number of sessions delivered, and store results as part of national KPIs.

Through these initiatives, the Maldives is not only strengthening its child protection efforts but also advancing its position in the ITU Global Cybersecurity Index.