Paula Kelly and Michael Core were guests on a recent episode of ADAPT Radio. In the episode, they highlighted a growing concern: as AI becomes embedded in the apps and services we use every day, those who don’t understand it risk being left behind.

Paula Kelly, a lecturer at TU Dublin and lead of the Age-Friendly AI initiative, explains it simply:

    “AI literacy is really the difference between shaping the future and being shaped by it.”

Without a basic understanding of how these systems work, it can be harder to navigate new technologies, protect your privacy or spot online scams.

Part of a National Conversation on Artificial Intelligence

Age-Friendly AI is a key part of the #DiscussAI National Conversation on Artificial Intelligence in Ireland. Established in 2021, #DiscussAI has already engaged over 85,000 people in learning about how AI affects our lives.

Supported by Research Ireland, our initiative is led by TU Dublin and the ADAPT Centre at DCU, working in partnership with age-focused organisations to reach every corner of the country.

Get Involved

We are currently rolling out an AI literacy training programme through public libraries nationwide. This is your chance to learn in a friendly, jargon-free environment and make your voice heard.

Listen: You can hear the full discussion with Paula Kelly and Michael Core on ADAPT Radio (available on SoundCloud, iTunes, and Spotify).