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Cyber Safety, The Nimbus Centre, Munster Technological University, Cork (2026)

30/07/2026

Fantastic to welcome Age Friendly Ireland to MTU today as they continue visiting shortlisted projects for the National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards. 🏆

It was a pleasure to meet the judges Madeleine, Pat Dowling and Darragh from Age Friendly, to share the journey of the Cyber Safety Project, highlighting the work we have been doing over the past few years to help older adults feel empowered, confident, and resilient against cyber threats.

A huge thank you to Liz, Eleanor and Billy for joining us today and representing the project so brilliantly. They have been involved from the very beginning, taking part in our initial research to identify the cyber safety needs and learning preferences of older adults, featuring alongside us on RTÉ's 10 Things to Know About, and helping us refine our cyber safety card game, which we had the opportunity to play with the judges today.

The visit also gave us the chance to showcase some of the practical advice we share through the project, and speak about the different scams that we all come into contact with.

It was a fantastic day, and we are grateful for the opportunity to showcase the impact of the Cyber Safety Project and the incredible people who have helped shape it.

23/07/2026

We are delighted to share that Cyber Safety has been shortlisted for this year's National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards in the Age Friendly Communications category. 🎉

This recognition means a great deal to us because it highlights something we see every day: clear, accessible information empowers people to stay safe, connected, and confident online.

For many older adults in Ireland, navigating the digital world can feel overwhelming. Access to trusted, easy-to-understand guidance isn't just helpful, it's essential for protecting financial security, maintaining social connections, and accessing everyday services.

That's exactly why we created Cyber Safety.

Our mission is to make cybersecurity accessible for everyone, particularly older adults who are increasingly embracing technology. Through practical resources, guidance, and ongoing support, we are helping people build the confidence to recognise online scams, protect their personal information, and use the internet safely.

Being shortlisted is a testament to the importance of making cyber safety information inclusive and accessible. We are incredibly proud to be recognised alongside organisations making a real difference to the lives of older people across Ireland. 🙌

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported our journey so far. Here's to continuing to bridge the digital divide and making the online world a safer place for all. 🤝

See the work we are doing for communities across Ireland: www.cybersafety.ie

20/07/2026

Last week, Cyber Safety workshops were delivered in community libraries in partnership with the Libraries Skills for Life Programme. These workshops were delivered by Asiera employees as part of their staff volunteering initiative.

Following training from the Cyber Safety team, Asiera volunteers delivered workshops in:

📍 Ashbourne Library, Co. Meath

📍 Enniscorthy Library, Co. Wexford

📍 Leixlip Library, Co. Kildare

📍 Trim library, Co. Meath

✅ Our feedback so far shows that 100% of participants said they would recommend the workshop to others.

This partnership has enabled Cyber Safety to extend its reach into communities across Meath, Wexford, Kildare and Dublin, building on previous workshops delivered in Cork, Kerry and Donegal. By working together, we are helping more people access trusted, practical advice to stay safe online and build confidence against evolving cyber threats.

Upcoming free 1-hour workshops:

📍 Malahide Library – 22 July, 2:00 p.m.

📍 Gorey Library – 22 July, 11:30 a.m.

📍 Kildare Town Library – 28 July, 11:00 a.m.

📍 Athy Library – 28 July, 11:30 a.m.

📍 Raheny Library – 20 August, 10:30 a.m.

Please share with someone you know who could benefit from these workshops. The workshops are free and open to everyone, just show up on the day.

Topics include:

🔹 Privacy and cookies

🔹 What to do if you become a victim of a cyber attack

🔹 Recognising scams

🔹 Safe online shopping

🔹 AI and misinformation

🔹 Password management

A big thank you to the Skills for Life Coordinators and library staff for hosting these workshops and supporting cyber safety education in your communities. Also, a huge thank you to the Asiera staff who helped organise the workshops and recruit volunteers, and to every Asiera volunteer who gave their time to deliver them. Your dedication and enthusiasm are helping make a real difference in communities across Ireland.

22/05/2026

🛡️ Cyber Safety Workshops for Older Adults in Dublin Libraries 🛡️

Michelle O'Keeffe (PhD) and Anne Ryan-Duffy recently travelled to Dublin to deliver two Cyber Safety workshops for older adults in Ballyogan and Dundrum Libraries.

The level of engagement and the variety of questions throughout both sessions really highlighted the growing need for cyber safety advice to be shared within communities. These workshops are designed to be accessible and welcoming, requiring no prior technical knowledge, with information delivered in clear and simple language.

At the end of each session, participants received an information booklet created by our team in collaboration with older adults, allowing them to revisit the key advice and guidance at home.

Topics covered included:
🔹 Scams
🔹 Passwords
🔹 What to do if you’ve been hacked
🔹 Safe online shopping
🔹 Artificial Intelligence (AI)
🔹 Misinformation
🔹 Cookies and online privacy

If you would be interested in us visiting your local library, community centre, active retirement group, or Men’s/Women’s Shed, feel free to get in touch at: [email protected]

18/05/2026

Delighted with the feedback from our recent Cyber Safety Workshops in libraries across County Cork 👏

Michelle, Ashley and Elaine had a fantastic time delivering workshops in Bantry, Clonakilty, Mallow, Newmarket, Mitchelstown, Millstreet and Midleton libraries.

✅ 85 attendees

The topics people found most helpful included:
🔹 Spotting scams & fake websites
🔹 Safe online shopping
🔹 Password protection & privacy settings
🔹 AI awareness and fact-checking
🔹 Understanding cookies and online tracking

Some lovely attendee feedback:
💬 “Very informative”
💬 “Great hearing the real life stories and the open conversations between the trainer and the participants”
💬 “Keep doing these workshops, they are necessary”
💬 “Speaker was lovely and helpful”
💬 “Come back again to update us please!”

Thank you to everyone who attended and shared such thoughtful feedback 🙌

These workshops show how important practical digital safety education is for our communities, and we hope to organize more workshops across Ireland in July. Thank you to the Skills for Life programme for working with us to organize these workshops.

For more online safety information visit our website: www.cybersafety.ie

11/05/2026

The MTU Cyber Safety team will deliver free cyber safety talks in libraries across Cork, in collaboration with the Skills for Life Programme. 💻📚

These talks will cover key topics including:
-Scams
-Privacy
-Passwords
-Online shopping
-Handling cyber attacks

The talks are open to all and designed to provide practical, easy-to-understand guidance on staying safe online.
The MTU Cyber Safety Project is a research initiative established to address the lack of accessible cybersecurity support available to people across Ireland.

Sign up for free today by emailing: [email protected]

29/04/2026

We recently piloted our Cyber Safety Card Game at Munster Technological University as part of the 21st Cork Lifelong Learning Festival, and what a fantastic experience it was!

The workshop sparked lively conversations around staying safe online, from recognising scams to protecting privacy and managing passwords. Participants shared real experiences, asked thoughtful questions, and learned from one another in a fun, social, and even
a little competitive environment. The energy in the room was incredible, full of curiosity, laughter, and openness. 💡

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and made the session so memorable. As this game was co-designed with older adults, for older adults, it was fantastic to receive such positive feedback. It’s incredibly encouraging to see it building confidence and
raising awareness around cyber safety in such an engaging and accessible way.

If you know someone who could benefit from a little extra support with staying safe online, we would love to have them come to one of our free cyber safety talks. We will be holding these talks from the 12th-15th of May in libraries across County Cork in collaboration
with the Skills for Life programme. No prior knowledge is needed. These talks are designed to build confidence, share practical tips, and answer real questions around staying safe online.

📍 See dates, times, and locations here: https://cybersafety.ie/mtu-cyber-safety-project-launches-free-online-safety-workshops-in-cork-libraries/

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21/04/2026

Jacob Camilleri from the Cyber Safety team presented his poster, “Your Voice is Lost": How Migrant Community Workers Navigate Digital Safety Challenges in Ireland, at CHI in Barcelona 📍

The ACM CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems is the leading international conference on Human-Computer Interaction, bringing together global research on how technology can be designed to better serve people.

Across the conference, Jacob engaged with research focused on making digital spaces safer and more inclusive. Key themes included scam awareness and prevention, responsible AI use, dark patterns, responsible online gambling, and protecting vulnerable and marginalised groups.

He also gained insights into inclusive cybersecurity research methods, including work on:

-tackling health misinformation on TikTok

-understanding recovery and resilience after cybercrime

-fraud prevention for older adults using simulation-based approaches

-improving accessibility in digital wallets

Overall, CHI highlighted how human-centred design and co-design can play a powerful role in building safer and more inclusive digital environments 💡

Thank you CHI for the opportunity to present our research and engage with such an inspiring global community 🙏

08/04/2026

Michelle from our team recently delivered an in-person Cyber Safety workshop in Ennis, Co. Clare for adults with intellectual disabilities. On the same day, she also facilitated an online session with participants from centres across the country.

Our Cyber Safety workshops are designed to support a wide range of groups, including older adults, adults with intellectual disabilities, schools, parents and teachers, migrants, and supporters of survivors of domestic violence. Each workshop is tailored to the specific needs and topics most relevant to your group. 💡

We are committed to building a more cyber-safe society by empowering individuals with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the online world safely.

If you would like us to deliver a workshop in your organisation or online, please contact [email protected].

🛡️Cyber Safety – Supporting a Cyber Safe Society 🛡️

07/04/2026

Dr Ashley Sheil from our team recently visited Bantry’s hub to test our resources designed for adults with intellectual disabilities.

It’s always valuable to hear directly from participants, their perspectives, ideas, and evolving interests continue to shape and strengthen our approach. This is a group we have worked closely with over time, and it’s been especially rewarding to see their confidence grow. 🌱

From having little interest or awareness of AI, participants are now asking thoughtful questions and engaging with these tools in a meaningful way. With the right guidance, they are building the skills to use technology safely and in ways that can genuinely support their daily lives. 🦾

We are proud to continue working with these groups, helping to empower individuals to confidently navigate the online world and feel included in it.

A big thank you to Jason Holland from the Cyber Resilience team for supporting Ashley on the day. It’s great to see the collaboration across teams within the MTU Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Group. 🌐

If you would like to support our research in helping these groups stay safe online, please contact [email protected].

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