Shaping Connections

Co-designing a more connected digital future for older adults.

Shaping Connections is a collaborative research initiative exploring how technology can strengthen social connection, participation and wellbeing for older adults.

By partnering with older people throughout the research process, we co-design practical solutions that help organisations create more inclusive services, communication and digital experiences.

HOW WE CREATE IMPACT

Impact

Help organisations improve services, communication and digital inclusion.

Research

Generate evidence around ageing, technology and social connection.

Co-design

Work with older adults rather than researching about them.

Translate

Turn research into practical resources, workshops and frameworks.

FEATURED RESEARCH IN ACTION

City North: Empowering Senior Voices in Action

A case study showing how older adults turned lived experience into civic knowledge, working with researchers, community partners and government to identify priorities and contribute to a more inclusive City North Precinct.

Co-designing ICT Strategies with Older Adults

Working with older adults to co-design practical strategies and resources that build digital confidence, strengthen knowledge and respond to real experiences of technology risk.

Perceived Digital Technology Risks

Examining how older adults perceive risks when using digital technology, and how these concerns can affect confidence, engagement and digital inclusion.

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INTERACTIVE TOOLS

For older adults

Explore interactive tools designed to help you reflect on your experiences with digital technology, build confidence and identify practical strategies.

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For organisations

Gain insight into older adults' experiences with digital technology and explore practical strategies for creating more inclusive services and digital experiences.

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