Empowering the Future: How the CodeRed–Desmond Israel Partnership Elevates Capacity Building in Law and Technology
In an age where the digital and legal worlds are increasingly intertwined, capacity building is no longer just about keeping pace—it’s about staying ahead. The global technology landscape is evolving rapidly, with cybersecurity, data privacy, and artificial intelligence (AI) reshaping the way individuals, institutions, and nations operate. For legal professionals, policymakers, and business leaders, the challenge is clear: how do we equip ourselves with the skills and knowledge to navigate, regulate, and lead in this environment?
This is where partnerships with the right knowledge providers become transformative.
And that’s why I am excited to announce my new collaboration with CodeRed, EC-Council’s continuous learning platform and the world’s largest online cybersecurity course library.
This partnership aligns perfectly with my vision: to enhance capacity building that fuses law and technology, preparing individuals and organisations to address emerging risks, harness innovation responsibly, and shape the digital future with confidence.
Why This Partnership Matters Now
Technology is no longer a niche area for “tech people.” It has become a cross-cutting competency that defines national competitiveness, corporate resilience, and professional relevance. Cybersecurity, in particular, is no longer the sole concern of IT departments—it is a governance, legal, and strategic imperative.
In my work—as a legal educator, consultant, and advocate for capacity building in law and technology—I’ve seen the gaps firsthand:
- Legal professionals struggling to understand technical terms in cybersecurity and AI-related cases.
- Board members and executives needing practical frameworks to govern data protection and cyber resilience.
- Regulators and policymakers grappling with drafting forward-looking legislation without access to the latest technical insights.
- Students and early-career professionals eager to enter the tech-law space but lacking structured, affordable pathways to gain relevant technical skills.
The CodeRed platform directly addresses these gaps. With hundreds of real-world, industry-driven courses—covering cybersecurity fundamentals, advanced penetration testing, digital forensics, cloud security, AI security, and more—it provides a bridge between the theoretical and the practical, between legal frameworks and the technical realities they regulate.
About CodeRed
For those unfamiliar, CodeRed is EC-Council’s flagship continuous learning platform, trusted globally by individuals, corporations, and government institutions. EC-Council is best known for creating the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) program, but CodeRed goes beyond certification training—it is a living, evolving library of cybersecurity courses designed for continuous professional development.
Key features include:
- The world’s largest online cybersecurity course library
Hundreds of curated video courses, labs, and toolkits covering emerging threats and skills. - Real-world, hands-on learning
Practical labs and simulations so learners can practice in safe, realistic environments. - Courses for all levels
From foundational cybersecurity awareness to advanced specializations in red teaming, cloud penetration testing, incident response, and AI security. - Expert instructors
Content developed and delivered by industry veterans, security researchers, and practitioners. - Flexible, self-paced learning
Perfect for busy professionals who want to learn on their own schedule without compromising quality.
Fusing Law and Technology Through Capacity Building
The core of my work—and my vision for the future—is building cross-disciplinary competence. I believe that lawyers must understand technology, and technologists must understand law if we are to create fair, secure, and resilient digital societies.
The CodeRed–Desmond Israel partnership advances this vision in three strategic ways:
- Equipping Legal Professionals with Technical Literacy
Legal professionals often deal with cybersecurity, privacy, and technology cases without a solid technical foundation. Whether it’s interpreting a forensic report in a cyber fraud case, advising a board on regulatory compliance, or drafting a data breach response policy, technical literacy is no longer optional.
Through CodeRed, legal professionals can:
- Learn cybersecurity fundamentals to understand the threats and vulnerabilities they advise on.
- Explore AI security to better regulate and litigate emerging AI-driven issues.
- Gain practical knowledge in incident response to help clients mitigate risk effectively.
This means lawyers are not just “reactive” to technology—they become active shapers of how it is governed.
- Bridging the Gap for Boards and Policy Leaders
In my training work with boards of financial institutions, I’ve seen the urgency for strategic cyber governance skills. Directors need to ask the right questions, challenge assumptions, and oversee technology risk—not just delegate it to the CIO.
CodeRed offers targeted content for non-technical leaders:
- Cybersecurity governance frameworks
- Data protection best practices
- Cloud security strategy
- AI and machine learning risk management
By integrating these insights with legal and regulatory requirements, decision-makers can better protect their organizations while seizing digital opportunities.
- Empowering Students and Young Professionals
Future-proofing the legal profession means investing in the next generation. Law students, young lawyers, and aspiring policy analysts need to master both legal reasoning and technological awareness.
CodeRed’s flexible, self-paced learning model makes it accessible for students balancing coursework, internships, and personal commitments. And the content is not abstract—it’s practical, applied knowledge that makes graduates stand out in the job market.
For example:
- A law student studying data protection law can take a hands-on course in network security to understand the technical controls behind compliance.
- A young professional in government can learn about digital forensics to support investigations into cyber-enabled crime.
This is where the fusion of law and technology becomes tangible.
Why This Partnership Works for My Vision
I have always believed that capacity building must be relevant, accessible, and actionable. It’s not enough to hold workshops that inspire people for a day—what matters is sustained, skills-based growth that people can apply immediately.
CodeRed shares this philosophy. The platform’s continuous learning model means that individuals can keep updating their skills as technology evolves. This is critical in fields like cybersecurity, where new threats emerge daily.
Moreover, CodeRed’s global reach aligns with my commitment to open, inclusive access. From Accra to Oslo, Washington to Nairobi, anyone with an internet connection can tap into this resource.
How the Affiliate Partnership Works
While the technical details are straightforward—I earn a commission for every qualifying referral—the real value is in how this model supports my work in capacity building.
Through my unique affiliate link, learners can:
- Explore curated learning paths in cybersecurity, AI, cloud security, and more.
- Access specialised toolkits like the Red Team Cyber Suite, Cybersecurity Mastery Toolkit, and Cybersecurity Skill Builder.
- Learn at a fraction of the cost of traditional, in-person programs.
The commission structure allows me to reinvest into educational initiatives, scholarships, and free resources for communities that need them most. This means every enrolment through my link directly fuels the broader mission of empowering law–tech literacy worldwide.
My Commitment to the Community
As part of this partnership, I am committed to:
- Curating recommended learning paths for different audiences—lawyers, policymakers, students, and executives—so learners don’t waste time finding the right courses.
- Integrating CodeRed modules into my training programs for boards, regulators, and universities.
- Creating thought leadership content—including webinars, blogs, and case studies—on how legal professionals can apply cybersecurity skills in practice.
- Supporting underrepresented groups in law and tech with subsidized or sponsored access to CodeRed’s resources.
This isn’t just about promoting courses—it’s about building an ecosystem where knowledge flows across disciplines, creating leaders who can thrive in the digital era.
Looking Ahead
The convergence of law and technology is one of the defining dynamics of our time. With cybercrime costs projected to reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025, the stakes are high—not just for businesses, but for societies and nations.
By partnering with CodeRed, I am taking another step toward closing the law–tech skills gap, ensuring that:
- Lawyers can interpret digital evidence with confidence.
- Policymakers can draft enforceable, future-ready legislation.
- Boards can govern cyber risk effectively.
- Students can graduate with both legal and technical competence.
This partnership is more than an affiliate arrangement—it is a shared commitment to building the human capital we need for the digital century.
Join the Movement
If you are ready to enhance your skills and future-proof your career in law, technology, or both, I invite you to explore CodeRed’s learning platform through my affiliate link. Whether you want to understand the basics of cybersecurity, specialise in AI governance, or prepare for board-level technology oversight, there’s a course path for you.
The future belongs to those who can speak both the language of law and the language of technology.
Let’s build that fluency—together.
To get started with CodeRed and join me on this journey, click here: https://hub.eccouncil.org/77Fhff