Explore the critical role of Centers of Academic Excellence in making cybersecurity more accessible and inclusive. Delve into the challenges posed by the expansion of pervasive computing, the Internet of Things, and Smart City technologies, which create new avenues for criminal activities. Examine how criminal justice and criminology models can significantly benefit public cybersecurity efforts, despite being often overlooked. Discuss innovative investigative and discovery methods, as well as the importance of integrating cybersecurity and forensic practices into traditional law enforcement and public safety measures. Learn about strategies to "democratize" cybersecurity and their implementation results, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to ensure public safety and security in our increasingly hybrid technical world.