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REGISTER: Nonprofit & Education Partners Webinar - Mar 24 (EMEA)
Microsoft Elevate Partners in EMEA — Don’t Miss This EDU Copilot Webinar! MARCH WEBINAR | Empowering the Education Segment with AI: How Partners can Leverage Copilot Teach and Study & Learn When: March 24, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM CET 👉 Register ✔️ Why join: Get a clear view of how Copilot for EDU is evolving and what it means for education customers today. ✔️ What you’ll gain: Hands-on demos of the new Teach and Study & Learn agents now available in Copilot Chat for EDU Clear guidance on how these learning-science–based capabilities support responsible AI use while meeting strict education data privacy requirements Practical positioning tips from Microsoft Partner AspiraCloud, drawing on real-world experience with educational institutions ✔️ How it helps Stronger education customer conversations, and more confident positioning of Copilot for EDU. Webinar: Empowering the Education Segment with AI | Microsoft Community Hub
Early insights from the AI Readiness Survey
Earlier, we announced our AI Readiness Survey -- we're still gathering sample, but we thought we'd share some https://www.givingtuesday.org/blog/early-insights-from-ai-readiness-survey/ from more than 500 organizations who've already taken part. Overwhelmingly, these results show the need for ongoing collaboration, education, and experimentation around AI. We’re excited for you to read these insights and share them with your communities. We plan to analyze and release a detailed report of the findings from the survey this summer. If you haven’t yet, we invite you to https://forms.office.com/r/nhKCY0jAfk or share it with your networks. The AI Readiness Survey is conducted by the GivingTuesday Data Commons in partnership with http://fundraising.ai and with generous support from Microsoft. https://www.givingtuesday.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/AI-Readiness-Survey-Blurb-Assets_GivingTuesday-Data-Commons.pdf for more information about the AI Readiness Survey.Join Ideal State and Microsoft for an In-Person Workshop in Washington, DC!
Do you want to prepare for Copilot for Microsoft 365, but don't know where to start? This free, in-person event, co-hosted by Microsoft Tech for Social Impact and http://www.idealstate.co will give you practical guidance and tools for maximizing your nonprofit's strategy and adoption of Microsoft 365's quickly evolving content management toolset. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your organization's efficiency and impact! Space is limited. Registration Link: https://www.idealstate.co/m365-workshop-may2024Join the AI Skills challenge now through 4/19
Are you looking to develop your technical AI skills? Do you have a team member who is looking to incorporate AI into your organization's technology? Join thousands of other learners all working together to get skilled fast and earn an industry-recognized certificate! The Microsoft Learn AI Skills Challenge is a month-long immersive challenge experience to help learners accelerate their AI skilling and prepare to earn a Microsoft Credential. There will be four challenges for a range of experiences that will cover AI Fundamentals, Azure Open AI, Azure Machine Learning, and Microsoft Fabric. A selection of complementary live and on-demand engagements across Learn Live, Community, and Exam Readiness will guide learners through their AI journey and culminate in a FREE certification exam. The challenge will run from 3/19 to 4/19. Start the challengeJoin us for a Future of AI for Nonprofits AMA on March 14th!
How will AI change the future for nonprofits? Join us on Thurs, March 14th at 9:00 AM PT for a Future of AI for Nonprofits AMA! Watch a keynote conversation from the Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit and join us for a Q&A about how AI will change the future for nonprofits. Head over to the event page and start posting your questions now! RSVP here: Future of AI for Nonprofits AMA with Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
Is your organization ready for AI? Complete the AI Readiness Survey
We invite you to participate in the AI Readiness Survey! At https://www.givingtuesday.org/, we’re using data and technology to drive change in the social sector. It's the main goal of our https://www.givingtuesday.org/data-commons/. And, it's why we're always looking to better understand new trends worldwide. Today, we're launching https://forms.office.com/r/9VexyPJBWC to help us better understand artificial intelligence (AI) use within our sector. We're looking for input from groups serving society anywhere in the world, including yours! Your insights will help ensure nonprofits worldwide are equipped for AI-driven progress. https://forms.office.com/r/9VexyPJBWC This anonymous survey should take approximately 10 minutes to complete. It is for nonprofit organizations or informal groups that serve society, anywhere in the world. Please complete this survey by 11:59pm EST, March 26, 2024. We plan to release a working report with the results of this survey in 2024. To get updates about the report, share resources, and learn more, visit the Generosity AI Working Group https://ai.givingtuesday.org/. If you know an organization or network that would benefit from participating in this research, please share this survey. You can do so by sharing https://www.givingtuesday.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/AI-Readiness-Survey-Blurb-Assets_GivingTuesday-Data-Commons.pdf or the https://forms.office.com/r/9VexyPJBWC directly. If you’re interested in utilizing the data and reporting from this survey, please let feel free to reach out to us. Together, let's pave the way for a future where AI empowers positive change for our sector. The AI Readiness Survey is conducted by the GivingTuesday Data Commons in partnership with Fundraising.AI and with generous support from Microsoft.Azure Generative AI for Nonprofits Webinar with Redapt on Mar. 7
Redapt and Microsoft Tech for Social Impact are excited to invite you to our https://www.redapt.com/events/azure-generative-ai-for-nonprofits-webinar-with-redapt-and-microsoft-march-7. This webinar is designed to help nonprofits leverage cutting-edge technology to revolutionize the way nonprofits engage with their communities and fulfill their missions. https://www.redapt.com/events/azure-generative-ai-for-nonprofits-webinar-with-redapt-and-microsoft-march-7https://www.redapt.com/events/azure-generative-ai-for-nonprofits-webinar-with-redapt-and-microsoft-march-7 Date: Thursday, Mar. 7, at 9:30 a.m. PST Location: Webinar Duration: 60 minutes Cost: FREE Generative AI has the potential to transform the way nonprofits work, from automating repetitive tasks to creating personalized content. During this webinar, you will: Gain insights into how generative AI can benefit your nonprofit organization. Learn from real-world examples of nonprofits successfully using Azure Generative AI. Get a firsthand look at building a generative AI model in Azure. Ask questions and connect with experts in the field. To reserve your spot, please https://www.redapt.com/events/azure-generative-ai-for-nonprofits-webinar-with-redapt-and-microsoft-march-7. We look forward to your participation and the opportunity to explore the potential of Azure Generative AI with you. Together, we can leverage technology for greater social impact.New collaboration with Microsoft Philanthropies and International Organization for Migration (IOM)
A few months ago, Corporate Vice President of Microsoft Philanthropies, Kate Behncken, visited a refugee camp with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Northern Kenya. After witnessing what the more than 300,000 refugees were experiencing, she felt inspired to help. In a recent post on LinkedIn, she announced a new collaboration with IOM to develop a Global Mobility and Resource Data Hub. Learn more about this initiative and how it will leverage Microsoft’s AI and analytics capabilities here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/katebehncken_a-few-months-ago-i-had-the-chance-to-visit-activity-7137246897873817600-vKFp?utm_source=share&utm_mediumMicrosoft's AI & Sustainability Playbook
How can AI be used to help accelerate sustainability? Microsoft's Vice Chair and President, Brad Smith, shared a new playbook that outlines five enabling conditions for using AI to accelerate sustainability solutions. Learn more and access the playbook here: Brad Smith LinkedIn - Accelerating Sustainability with AI: A PlaybookLeveraging AI for Nonprofits
Want to learn how AI can support trainers and educators? Looking for ways AI can support jobseekers at each stage of their career journey? Interested in how you can help the current workforce improve their AI skills? Then this session is for you! Join us for a virtual session on Leveraging AI for Nonprofits. This session is part of the Digital Skills Community of Practice, a network of nonprofit professionals who are interested in learning and sharing best practices on digital skills development. No prior experience or knowledge of AI is required. What will you learn? In this session, you will: Hear updates on Microsoft’s resources and offerings, such as our NEW AI Trainer Toolkit, a resource to help trainers leverage the potential of AI through practical exploration, applications, and activities incorporating AI into teaching and learning. Learn from Chad Fuller, COO of the Global Mentorship Initiative, on how they are helping job seekers across the globe infuse AI into their career development journey. Discover how Ann Franz, Director of the NEW Manufacturing Alliance, is leveraging the new Generative AI Learning Pathway on LinkedIn to upskill the manufacturing workforce in their community. When and where? The session will be held online via Microsoft Teams. You can choose one of the two times available: Option 1: December 13th at 4 pm PT (Captioned in English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese (Traditional), Korean, and Japanese for your convenience.) Option 2: December 14th at 7 am PT (Captioned in English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Hindi and Arabic for your convenience.) Please register for the session by filling out this registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with the link to join the session.
