Presenter: Paula Gair
Title: Privacy Savvy: Keeping Your Personal Information Private and Safe
Abstract:
How much does your phone, computer and the apps you use know about you?
Every time we use a device, an app or an online service, we can leave behind information about ourselves - often without realising it. This practical session will help you better understand what personal information is being collected, why it matters, and the simple steps you can take to have more control over what you share.
We’ll look at privacy settings, app permissions, public Wi-Fi and social media, as well as what you should think carefully about before entering personal information into AI chatbots.
Key Takeaways:
- Take greater control of your personal information and privacy: Learn what information your devices and apps may collect, how to review permissions and privacy settings, and when to limit access to your location, camera and microphone.
- Build safer habits when using Wi-Fi, social media and AI tools: Understand how to use public and home Wi-Fi more safely, reduce oversharing, know what not to enter into AI chatbots, and where to go if you need help with a privacy concern.
Please note: You will not be asked to share any personal information during this session. The focus is on practical knowledge, demonstrations and useful tips. You’ll leave with a checklist and access to resources to help keep yourself, friends and family safer online. As AI becomes smarter, getting the basics right is more important than ever.
Date:
This workshop will run on Monday 23rd November from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Venue:
academyEX is located on the ground floor of 99 Khyber Pass Road, Grafton, Auckland.
Parking:
academyEX is located on the ground floor of 99 Khyber Pass Road, which is on the corner of Khyber Pass Road and Nugent Street. The main entrance is off Nugent Street. If you are driving, there are Parkable spots available in the basement, accessible from Nugent Street. Please note there are two separate ramps, both with a traffic light system, one heading down to the basement. Please do not park on the roof. Please ensure you have downloaded the parkable app https://parkable.com/downloadapp prior to arriving. You can either take the stairs or the lift to the ground floor.
About the expert
Paula Gair
Paula Gair is a passionate advocate for lifelong learning. Her work is focused on the safe and ethical use of technology including AI, Cyber Security, Privacy and Online Harm Reduction as well as Organisational Strategy, Governance and Risk. Paula completed her Master’s research on cyber, privacy and online risks and mitigation strategies for non-technical audiences, incorporating insights from behavioural science. She now supports businesses and leaders navigating AI adoption in order to align innovation with responsible technology use. She also teaches and supervises postgraduate students at AcademyEX across diverse academic Masters research projects that are aiming to create positive impact across diverse sectors navigating complexity and disruption. Paula brings a global perspective, having supported major digital transformations for global NGOs and businesses: living and working across 10 countries in Asia, Europe, and the Americas before returning home to Aotearoa New Zealand.
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