Asiera is delighted to collaborate with Munster Technological University (MTU) on the Cyber Safety initiative, supporting local communities across Ireland by helping individuals develop the confidence and skills needed to navigate the online world safely.
The Cyber Safety programme aims to provide inclusive and accessible resources, guidance and training to empower people to protect themselves online and feel more confident using digital technologies. The initiative was established to address the need for tailored support for people navigating an increasingly digital world, with a particular focus on supporting vulnerable groups, including older adults and individuals with disabilities.
As part of the national Skills for Life programme, delivered through Ireland’s public libraries, Asiera has worked with MTU to bring Cyber Safety workshops directly into local communities.
Reflecting Asiera’s core values of Accountability, Innovation, Excellence and Collaboration, volunteers from across the organisation have generously contributed their time and expertise to support the delivery of these workshops. By working together with MTU and local library services, Asiera is helping to make digital safety education more accessible and ensuring communities have the knowledge and confidence to engage safely online.
Workshops have already taken place in libraries across Ireland, including Ashbourne, Enniscorthy, Gorey, Malahide, Leixlip and Trim, with further sessions planned in additional locations over the coming months:
Upcoming free workshops:
- Kildare Town Library – 28 July, 11:00 a.m.
- Athy Library – 28 July, 11:30 a.m.
- Donaghmede Library – 19 August, 11:30 a.m.
- Raheny Library – 20 August, 10:30 a.m.
- Tullamore Library – 20 August, 11:30 a.m.
- Kilcormac Library – 20 August, 11:30 a.m.
The workshops have been warmly welcomed by participants, with strong interest in practical topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), online shopping safety and how to recognise and avoid scams. The sessions provide an accessible and supportive environment where attendees can ask questions, share experiences and develop the confidence and knowledge needed to navigate the digital world safely. More information on the workshops can be found here.
Through these workshops, Asiera volunteers are helping to promote digital awareness and cyber safety within local communities, ensuring that people of all ages can benefit from practical guidance and support.
Through initiatives such as the Cyber Safety programme, Asiera continues to demonstrate its commitment to creating positive social impact by combining expertise, collaboration and community engagement. By supporting digital confidence and inclusion, Asiera is helping to ensure that more people across Ireland can benefit from technology safely and securely.
For more information contact: cyber-advice@cyberskills.ie