Cyber Citizens is a two-year national initiative led by the UCD Centre for Cyber Resilience Education (Cyberwise), in partnership with ADAPT and Webwise. Funded by Research Ireland, it aims to strengthen Ireland’s digital resilience by empowering citizens – young and old – to navigate the emerging challenges at the intersection of generative AI and cybersecurity.
As AI-generated content becomes more widespread and convincing, new risks – such as disinformation, phishing, and social engineering demand more than basic digital skills. Cyber Citizens responds to this need with a public engagement approach that supports Ireland’s obligations under the EU NIS2 Directive while engaging both the public and policymakers.
The project will produce a national Expert Report, grounded in the lived digital experiences of young people and public leaders, to inform future policy, digital strategy, and ethical AI governance.
