Brad Smith: Leadership in the era of responsible AI
Today, Brad Smith opens the Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit with a conversation on responsible AI at this critical moment in tech transformation. The intersection of government, corporations and nonprofits has never been more important to solving some of the biggest challenges the world is facing. What leadership practices will you incorporate to make sure your organization is ready for the AI revolution? Respond to Brad's insights and add your own ideas and questions here! Thanks for being a part of the Summit.Afua Bruce and Jared Spataro: What is AI? Is it For Everyone?
Jared Spataro, Microsoft CVP, Modern Work & Business Applications, Afua Bruce, Founder and Principal, ANB Advisory, and Justin Spelhaug, Vice President & Global Head Tech for Social Impact, Microsoft Philanthropies, will talk about envisioning AI grounded in equitable access, responsible AI principles, and inclusion. How are you thinking about equitable AI at your organization? How do you address concerns around inclusive training and access? Respond to Afua's and Jared's insights and add your own ideas and questions here! Thanks for being a part of the Summit.
Free course: Unlocking AI for Nonprofits
With support from Microsoft, NetHope has launched a new free, CPD-certified course series - Unlocking AI for Nonprofits - designed specifically for nonprofit professionals. The series will help nonprofit teams build practical and responsible AI skills, no technical background required. The four learning pathways include: AI Basics – Learn what AI is and why it matters for nonprofits Applications of Generative AI – Explore time-saving tools for content, reporting, and data Advanced Applications: Microsoft Copilot and Beyond – Help your team adopt AI with clarity and confidence Responsible Use of AI – Understand ethics, inclusion, and organizational safeguards We’ve had more than 1,000 enrollments across the series to date – don't miss out! Courses are free and available through August 31, 2025. https://nethope.org/programs/unlocking-ai-for-nonprofits-enroll-in-our-new-ai-skills-course-for-nonprofits/?utm_medium=forum&utm_source=microsoftnonprofit&utm_campaign=msaiskillsjul&utm_content=unlockingai
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We received a free grant from the Microsoft for Nonprofits program (Business Basic), but Microsoft is still attempting to charge SAR 859.99 (approx. $229) from our card, even though the subscription page itself shows Unit price: Free. Why are we being asked to pay if this is a grant?Future of AI for Nonprofits AMA with Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
We're excited to announce a Future of AI for Nonprofits AMA on Thursday, March 14th at 9:00 AM Pacific Time with guests from the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation. Vilas Dhar, President of the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, AI ethicist, and global policy expert, spoke with Kate Behncken, CVP of Microsoft Philanthropies, at the Global Nonprofits Leaders Summit. His insights into the future of AI and the potential for impact to nonprofits were an invaluable part of the Summit - and now we're making the session available to everyone. We'll release the video here for the first time on March 14. Watch the Fireside Chat session from the summit and join us for a live Q&A with guests from the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation and Microsoft Philanthropies. What questions do you have about AI and how it might impact your nonprofit organization? Post your questions now and share your insights from the session below. This AMA will be a live text-based online event similar to an “Ask Me Anything” on Reddit, but it will have pre-recorded video. This is a great opportunity for you to connect with Microsoft product experts who will be on hand to answer your questions and listen to feedback. Feel free to start posting your questions now in the comments below. However, please note that questions will not be answered until the live event.AI for Changemakers - Brazil
Junte-se à Microsoft e a ONGs de todo o país no evento AI for ChangeMakers! Se você faz parte de uma organização sem fins lucrativos e está entusiasmado com o potencial de impacto social da Inteligência Artificial, este evento é para você. O Terceiro Setor é fundamental para expandir as oportunidades que a tecnologia traz de forma democrática, ética e justa. A IA tem o poder de alavancar estratégias incríveis de resolução de problemas e parcerias com a comunidade, e as ONGs têm protagonismo neste processo. Hoje, com a IA, as organizações sem fins lucrativos têm o potencial de transformar diversos aspectos de seu trabalho, de pequenas tarefas do dia a dia ao aumento do impacto de programas em larga escala. Neste evento híbrido, a Microsoft Brasil convida representantes de organizações do Terceiro Setor para participarem dessa experiêncIA seja em nossa sede em São Paulo ou virtualmente. O evento está sendo organizado pela área de Filantropia da Microsoft Brasil com o objetivo de levar conhecimento sobre o potencial da tecnologia para o impacto social e ambiental e fomentar a criação de uma comunidade tech de Changemakers. Venha se capacitar para liderar a mudança na era da IA. Para se inscrever para a versão online do evento, acesse: aka.ms/aiforchangemakersonline
