I reckon I should nominate my mum...

Today was the launch of the BBC's Give An Hour campaign, to get us decrepid over-55's online. It's a great idea, but I do resent being lumped in with what sounds like an age group too old to handle the complexities of the new techno-age.

Although, come to think of it, if I didn't have four sons all of whom can help teach me all sorts of stuff about computers, I don't know where I'd be...

Age UK announce an Internet Champion every year - someone who's of mature years who can be held up as an ambassador to others, to illustrate just how the internet can transform your life - in a good way. They're looking for the 2012 candidates right now.

My mum, who's very annoyed she cannot stay online on her iPad on her upcoming cruise (!) would make a great ambassador...

You up for it, mum? Anyone else?

Find out how you can help someone you know online with the BBC's Give and Hour campaign by heading to bbc.co.uk/giveanhour