Cancer Fund for Children has announced a new partnership with Nihon Cyber Defence (NCD), a leading cyber security company known for protecting critical national systems. Through their partnership, NCD will deliver bespoke cyber incident management services, tailored to meet the unique needs of the charity.
Working across the island of Ireland, Cancer Fund for Children provides vital emotional, social and therapeutic support to children and young people impacted by cancer whether in hospital, at home, or during restorative short breaks at Daisy Lodge, the charity’s dedicated therapeutic centre located in Co. Down.
As charities face growing digital threats, this new partnership will help ensure that Cancer Fund for Children can continue to deliver essential services with greater confidence and peace of mind.
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Dougie Grant, Head of Global Incident Response at Nihon Cyber Defence, said:
“Charities like Cancer Fund for Children should be able to focus on care, not cyber threats. The reality is that charities remain a target for cyber-attacks and are not immune to their impacts. That’s why preparation is just as important as response. Our incident management services help defend against cyber risks, ensuring they have a trusted partner working on their readiness and preparations, ready to assist when needed. By strengthening their resilience, we enable them to continue supporting families with confidence.”
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to protecting organisations delivering critical support to vulnerable communities. NCD’s team will help Cancer Fund for Children develop robust response protocols, improving cyber readiness, and reducing exposure to potential threats.
Corinna Decodts, Cancer Fund for Children’s IT and Facilities Manager added,
“With more of our services and operations relying on digital systems, cyber resilience is not a luxury, it's a necessity. Thanks to Nihon Cyber Defence, we’re building the confidence and capability to respond to incidents quickly so we can focus on our purpose to help ensure children and young people don’t have to face cancer alone.”
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