Our Stories Online: Culture, AI and Staying Safe in a Digital World

A treasured family photograph. A favourite Arabic song. A recipe passed down through generations. Discover how your phone or tablet can help you preserve, explore and share the culture that matters to you. Join the Australian Arab Institute for Culture and Ideas at Dukkana for a relaxed, practical afternoon celebrating Arab Australian stories and cultural heritage as part of Get Online Week 2026. Together, we’ll explore simple ways to bring family memories into the digital world and discover Arab arts and culture online. You’ll have time to practice on your own device, ask questions and learn at your own pace. We'll also spend some time to talk about cyber safety and how AI plays into all of this. What you’ll explore • Photograph and organise family photographs, keepsakes and memories. • Find Arab music, literature, recipes and cultural material online. • Practice sharing a cultural discovery or family memory with people you trust. • Connect with others through stories about the photographs, songs and traditions that matter to you. We’ll also introduce artificial intelligence in plain language and practice recognising suspicious messages and AI-generated content, helping you protect your privacy while sharing and exploring online. Who is it for? This workshop is designed especially for Arab Australian community members aged 50 and over who would like a helping hand using their smartphone or tablet. Beginners are welcome. Arab speaker are welcome. This workshop will be delivered in both Arabic and English. What to bring Bring your smartphone or tablet, charged and ready to use, and your charger. If you like, bring a family photograph, recipe or small cultural keepsake you would enjoy learning to preserve digitally. Sharing your story with the group is optional. When and where Sunday 25 October 2026 3:00–5:30 pm AEDT Dukkana, 99–101 Harding Street, Coburg VIC 3058 Cost Free. Please register to reserve your place as places are limited. About the Institute The Australian Arab Institute for Culture and Ideas celebrates and promotes Arab Australian arts, culture and heritage. This workshop brings people together to explore cultural expression and help preserve stories and traditions across generations. Need help booking? Contact Jamal at [email protected] Note: This event is specifically designed for people over 50 years old.