The nature of global power has changed. Cybersecurity is national security, economic stability, and public safety. Hackers - and the DEF CON community - sit at the intersection of technology and public policy. Policymakers seek our counsel and many of us have become regulars in policy discussions around the world. The DEF CON Policy Department creates a high-trust, high-collaboration forum unlike any other in the world for hackers and policymakers to come together. Join this session to hear the vision for public policy at DEF CON, including where we’ve been, where we are, and where we’re going - as well as how you can be a part of it. Guest speakers will describe the history of hacking and hackers in public policy and provide a preview of this year’s sessions.