Safer Internet Day 2026: Empowering AI Confidence - AI & Safer Internet Day

Digital Webinar for 2025

BDCU Credit Union is proud to host this year's Safer Internet Day.

Hear from experts across West Yorkshire as we tackle key topics shaping our online world.

We welcome partciptants from national and international credit unions to join us.

Whether you’re a community practitioner, parent, professional or simply a digital citizen, there’s something for everyone.

Safer Internet Day Webinar

Date: Tuesday, 11th February 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (GMT)
Location: Teams - you will be sent a link before the day to join online.

Agenda

13:00 – 13:05
Welcome and Introduction
Host: Sharon Sanders, Digital Inclusion, Bradford Council

13:05 – 13:20
AI – The Power for Good
Speaker: Kirsty Ingleson, AI Manager, Leeds College of Building

13:20 – 13:40
Beyond the Hashtag – Understanding Online Radicalisation
Speaker: Danielle King, Prevent Coordinator, Bradford Council & West Yorkshire Police

13:40 – 13:55
Safe Digital Community Banking
Speaker: Ian Brewer, BDCU Credit Union

13:55 – 14:10
Bridging the Digital Divide in Bradford
Speaker: Sharon Sanders, Digital Inclusion, Bradford Council

14:10 – 14:20
The Future of AI & VR in Education
Speaker: Lauren May, Digital Inclusion, Kirklees Council

14:20 – 14:30
Interactive Q&A Panel
All speakers available for audience questions

Who can join the webinar?

• Anyone

Who is the organiser?

• Ian Brewer, Community Development Lead @ at BDCU
• Since 1993, Bradford District Credit Union has helped over 10,500 people save and borrow safely.

How do I join the Credit Union?

Click on this link to start saving with us...

You will need:

1. Passport or driving licence (full or provisional)
2. Debit Card for your first £5 saving
3. Your Bradford Council Payroll Number

Can I take a loan with BDCU

• Yes see our latest offers:

Credit Union Loans Page (£200 - £25k)

I live outside of Bradford; can I still join?

• Yes, by working for one of our payroll companies
• You can join through payroll.
• If not you need to live in Bradford, Kirklees or Craven

Can I change my savings amount?

• Yes, just email us to increase or decrease your deductions and we will amend it

How do I withdraw my savings?

• You can send payments to your bank via our internet and smartphone banking

For more information, please email me at ian.brewer@bdcu.co.uk