UPCOMING EVENTS
AI AMBASSADORS: LEARNING THROUGH PRACTICAL EXPERIMENTATION
Beyond using ChatGPT for writing and generative AI tools for creating images, how can we effectively integrate AI into our culture sector work?
Join our free webinar with Jeff Williams, ACMI’s Head of Technology.
NDF AGM 2024
The NDF Annual General Meeting will be held online. We encourage all members to attend.
An invitation with agenda and link will be sent to individual members and representatives of Nikau members.
UNLOCKING THE POWER OF DIGITAL VOLUNTEERS
Join our online session with Victoria Passau, Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum, to learn how her team works with digital volunteers from Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.
Victoria will discuss communication strategies, digital tools, the types of mahi the volunteers undertake, and how their contributions are integral to the ongoing success of Online Cenotaph.
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PRESERVATION
Do you have digital photographs and video? Have you discovered a collection of old floppy disks and CD-ROMs, but have no idea what’s on them or how to look after them and their content? Do you want to begin collecting more contemporary born-digital materials, but don’t know where to start?
CHATTING WITH AI: PROMPT WRITING 101
Following on from her excellent session on Demystifying Generative AI, we’re excited to welcome back Kara Kennedy, PhD, as our presenter for this webinar. Kara will cover the basics of how to prompt and some examples you can use and adapt to your workplace.
LITTLE EFFORT, BIG AUDIENCE INSIGHT
Evaluating visitor experiences and doing audience research doesn’t have to be a huge project - a little can go a long way! Join our webinar to get actionable tips and strategic advice to help you get started with effective visitor research.
DEMYSTIFYING GENERATIVE AI
Learn about the basics of Generative AI tools: how they work, what concerns and ethical issues they raise, and where to get started using them at home and work.
DIGITAL PRESERVATION THEORY 101
In this 45-min webinar you’ll get a brief introduction to the core concepts and vocabulary of digital preservation. If you’re new to the practice, or simply need a refresher, this is a great opportunity to get an overview of this crucial field.
CYBERSECURITY: THE REAL RISKS FOR GLAMIR ORGANISATIONS
Cybersecurity can be intimidating to keep up with, yet risky to ignore. So what should organisations in the culture sector be aware of?
AN INTRODUCTION TO DATA SOVEREIGNTY - TECHWEEK - AUCKLAND
As part of Techweek 2024 NDF will be offering our introduction to Data Sovereignty workshop. Get an introductory overview of this important topic, essential for everyone working with data and data governance in Aotearoa New Zealand.
AN INTRODUCTION TO DATA SOVEREIGNTY - TECHWEEK - WELLINGTON
As part of Techweek 2024 NDF will be offering our introduction to Data Sovereignty workshop. Get an introductory overview of this important topic, essential for everyone working with data and data governance in Aotearoa New Zealand.
HEADLESS CMS: YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Join us in this webinar exploring Headless CMS. A fireside chat with Amy de Hamel, CEO of Pixel Fusion, and Teina Herzer, Executive Director of NDF.
NZPCC FORUM 2023
We are pleased to announce that The New Zealand Photographers of Cultural Collections (NZPCC) forum will be going ahead this year on Thursday 23rd November in partnership with National Services Te Paerangi.
NDF23 WHANAKE \ EVOLVE CONFERENCE
This November the cultural sector will come together to tackle the challenges of today and shape the future of our cultural ecosystem. Join us at NDF23 Whanake \ Evolve and explore the digital cultural evolution through adaptation, innovation, influence, and connection.
NDF AGM
The NDF Annual General Meeting will be held online. We encourage all members to attend. An Invitation with agenda and link will be sent to individual members before the event.
ARANZ and NDF Christchurch GLAMIR sector social meetup
Archives and Records Association of New Zealand (ARANZ) and National Digital Forum (NDF) invite you to join us on either the 4th or 5th (exact date and time to be determined) for a social meetup and series of short talks.
When: Tuesday or Wednesday, 4 or 5 July 2023
Exact time to be decided by poll: https://doodle.com/meeting/participate/id/bmYvKqEb
Where: University of Canterbury, Ilam Campus, Room 210, Level 2, Puaka James Hight, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041: Campus Maps | University of Canterbury
Cost: FREE
This is a chance to meet and mingle with fellow NDF and ARANZ people
Each talk will be about 10 –20 minutes, with time for questions and networking afterwards.
Light snacks and refreshments (non-alcoholic) will be provided.
Research Bazaar Aotearoa
Registrations for Research Bazaar Aotearoa are now open!
ResBaz is a national week-long digital research skills festival aiming to upskill researchers and those who support them. There is over 40 free online workshops on offer covering everything from design to programming languages.
Last year over 1,500 attendees made over 5,000 registrations, so make sure you register for limited capacity sessions soon before they fill up!
WORKSHOP: AGENTS OF CHANGE WITH JANE FINNIS
Leading Digital Transformation in Cultural Organisations.
A full day workshop with Jane Finnis from Culture24 for cultural leaders and decision makers to improve digital literacy and confidence, and gain practical strategies to drive digital transformation in their organisation.
Supported by British Council Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific.
Ticketed event. Places are limited to 20 participants per workshop.
WORKSHOP: AGENTS OF CHANGE WITH JANE FINNIS
Leading Digital Transformation in Cultural Organisations.
A full day workshop with Jane Finnis from Culture24 for cultural leaders and decision makers to improve digital literacy and confidence, and gain practical strategies to drive digital transformation in their organisation.
Supported by British Council Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific
Ticketed event. Places are limited to 20 participants per workshop.
WORKSHOP: AGENTS OF CHANGE WITH JANE FINNIS
Leading Digital Transformation in Cultural Organisations.
A full day workshop with Jane Finnis from Culture24 for cultural leaders and decision makers to improve digital literacy and confidence, and gain practical strategies to drive digital transformation in their organisation.
Supported by British Council Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific
Ticketed event. Places are limited to 20 participants per workshop.
Archives NZ: Social Media training for GLAMS organisations
Meta Platforms and Archives NZ would like to invite you to attend a workshop for the GLAM sector offering best practice guidance on building and connecting with your communities across Facebook & Instagram.
The workshop will cover:
Raising awareness of your organisation
Meta Business Suite
Personalised advertising
Business messaging
Safety, Privacy and Security
Open Q&A
When: Feb 21, 2023 11:30 AM Auckland, Wellington
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://fb.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SyWs3bE7RP2P0GmM2Q4e_g
Workshop presenter:
Ben O’Sullivan is a Partner Manager for Government and Social Impact partners across New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. He has been at Meta for 7 years, a time when Meta had only two ad placements and were yet have advertising on Instagram. Originally hailing from Whanganui, Ben started his career as a Media Planner in Auckland and has since worked in London, Dublin and now Sydney serving partners large and small. He is a lifelong NZ Warriors supporter and has forcibly passed this down this honour to his 2yo son Oscar.
Future of Arts, Culture & Technology Symposium
A two-day symposium exploring the future of arts, culture, and technology in Australia – and the mindsets, capabilities and skills we need to get there.
NZPCC FORUM 2022
New Zealand Photographers of Cultural Collections (NZPCC) are pleased to announce their 2022 forum will be going ahead this year on Friday 25th November in partnership with National Services Te Paerangi and Te Rua Mahara O Te Kawanatanga | Archives New Zealand.
This is a valuable opportunity to connect with colleagues from around the country and discuss all things related to Cultural Heritage imaging.
As per previous years, there will be presentations so you will get to hear directly from practitioners from across the motu about their experiences and learnings. This year the event will be free of charge with many thanks going to Te Rua Mahara O Te Kawanatanga | Archives New Zealand who are providing the venue for free and National Services Te Paerangi who are covering other related costs.
Further programming details will follow closer to the time, NZPCC are looking for presenters so please don’t be shy, do come forward and share what you have been up to.
Please contact Michael O’Neill for further information
Important Information:
Cost: FREE
Catering: morning tea and lunch are provided.
Travel: National Services Te Paerangi have a Travel Subsidy Grant and you may be eligible to receive this grant to help with travel costs. Please apply a minimum of 4 weeks ahead of any travel dates.
COVID-19: we will be constantly assessing the situation and will respond according to the various changes.