ASIS UK NextGen is designed to support students, apprentices, graduates, and early-career professionals looking to build connections, develop practical skills, and gain greater exposure to the security profession.

Through competitions, mentoring, networking events, and industry engagement initiatives, NextGen aims to help bridge the gap between education and industry while supporting the long-term development of the future security workforce.

Our initiatives are designed to provide practical experience, professional development opportunities, and meaningful access to industry professionals from across the security sector.

Next Gen

Our initiatives

Security is You(th)

A practical competition bringing together students and emerging professionals to work through realistic security and resilience scenarios alongside industry mentors and judges.

Speed Mentoring

Networking and mentoring events designed to connect young professionals directly with experienced practitioners from across the security sector.

Industry Engagement & Networking

Opportunities to attend events, build professional networks, and gain exposure to different career pathways across the industry.

Who is NextGen For?

NextGen is open to:

  • Students studying security-related disciplines

  • Apprentices and recent graduates

  • Early-career professionals

  • Individuals interested in careers across security, resilience, intelligence, cybersecurity, policing, and related sectors

  • Build professional confidence and networks

  • Gain exposure to real-world security challenges

  • Connect directly with industry professionals and mentors

  • Access opportunities for long-term professional development

Whether you are just beginning your career journey or looking to expand your industry network, ASIS UK NextGen provides opportunities to learn, connect, and grow within the profession.

Get involved and make an impact in the community.

Who is NextGen For?

Meet the Next Gen Steering Committee

  • Shakirra Patel

    Next Gen Director

  • Amelia Fish

    Steering Committe

  • Jasmine Palmer Garrick

    Steering Committee

  • Jim Maietta

    Steering Committee

  • Katerina Duran Myenko

    Steering Committee

  • Matt Blake

    Steering Committee

  • Phil Tennent

    Steering Committee

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