The Bloomsbury Intelligence and Security CIC (BIS) is a hybrid risk consultancy and think tank working towards a future in which the intelligence and security sector is more accessible, inclusive, and transparent. During the financial year BIS benefited the community in the following ways: -Helped 26 volunteers to gain skills and experience, allowing them to move on to Private Intelligence, UK Civil Service, Cyber Threat intelligence and more -In 2025 our volunteers produced 9 long-format analytical reports and developed 4 free databases covering elections, global conflict, geopolitical developments, and Israel–Iran dynamics. -Their work was cited in UK Parliament, Financial Times, CNN, Euronews, Politico, The Diplomat, ABC Australia, Slovak Government, academic journals, and university publications -BIS hosted 2 podcast interviews and 1 webinar, delivered media interviews for TRT, Financial Times Intelligence, New Civil Engineer, CNN Brazil. -Executed 3 corporate intelligence style projects on energy, scenario planning and due diligence to improve skills in a realistic setting. -We hosted 12 Workshops covering everything from foundational threat assessments to advanced industry tools, map making, and data visualisation offering volunteers, partners, and aspiring professionals free access to training that is typically charged at premium rates across the sector. -We also mentored two volunteers from the LSE Grimshaw Club and 15 students from CyberWomen Groups CIC, providing tailored training and culminating their placement with a published piece of research. -We hosted the following events: -UK Parliament, House of Lords: Drone Protection For UK Soldiers, Learning From Ukraine - BIS co-hosted a high-level roundtable at the UK House of Lords, fostering UK–Ukraine dialogue on drone defence and advancing practical solutions for soldier protection in modern combat. -BIS x CyberWomen Groups C.I.C. Threat Intelligence Workshop - BIS partnered with CyberWomen Groups C.I.C. to deliver a free hands-on workshop on threat assessments and cyber threat intelligence, equipping participants with practical skills and sector insight through expert-led sessions and peer engagement. -Ukraine's Recovery: Untapped Opportunities for the Private Sector - Alongside the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2025, we convened a high-level panel in Rome that delivered strategic value by connecting policymakers, investors, and experts to explore private sector pathways for impactful engagement in Ukraine’s reconstruction. -Lessons from Ukraine for Western Strategy, held at King's College London, in partnership with King's Defence, Security and Policy (KDSP), the Centre for Defence Studies, the NATO Defence College Foundation, the Kyiv School of Economics and the One Decision Podcast. This conference brought together senior Ukrainian and Western experts to discuss how the Ukraine War can inform Western strategy and preparedness across the domains of information warfare and counter-propaganda, protection of critical national infrastructure and wartime economic resilience. The sessions included 4 former ministers from 3 different countries, renowned academics and economists, CEOs and accomplished intelligence practitioners. -We formed 9 partnerships with organisations to improve our offer to the community interested in niche fields

Launched an anonymised survey to collect feedback and improve community value: -100% understand the mission of BIS -100% understand the organisational structure -70% are 5/5 satisfied with their experience -100% feel BIS is beneficial to them and their professional development Feedback for BIS: -Supportive and collaborative environment: Friendly, welcoming, and inclusive team with a strong sense of community and mutual support. -Professionalism and organisation: Well-organised schedules, efficient processes, and professional yet approachable working relationships. -Strong communication: Quick response times, thorough feedback, and effective communication among the community. -Diversity and collaboration: A multicultural community bringing together people from different continents, enabling diverse perspectives and broader topic coverage. -Learning and professional development: Opportunities to gain new knowledge, develop OSINT and risk assessment skills, and grow professionally. -Meaningful work and impact: Engagement in valuable research and policy-related activities that contribute to BIS’s mission. -Strong leadership and ambition: Trusted leaders, motivated peers, and a shared commitment to achieving ambitious goals. -Future potential: A promising platform with good ideas, talented people, and significant opportunities for growth and development.

No remuneration was received

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