Free AI resources
There are lots ways to learn about AI and how it can benefit your organization. The below free* tools can help you and your organization learn about and potentially integrate AI in a considered way.
Prefer to access live training tailored specifically to the needs and interests of nonprofits? Register your interest now for PoliSync’s 6-part webinar series, designed by leading nonprofits, for nonprofits, starting late April.
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Want to learn about Generative AI fundamentals?
Follow the Career Essentials in Generative AI learning path, by Microsoft and LinkedIn
Discover the skills needed to apply generative AI in your career. Learn the core concepts of artificial intelligence and generative AI functionality.
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Looking to understand how employees and organizations view AI adoption?
Have a read of 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report from Microsoft and LinkedIn.
To help leaders and organizations overcome AI inertia, Microsoft and LinkedIn looked at how AI will reshape work and the labor market broadly, surveying 31,000 people across 31 countries, identifying labor and hiring trends from LinkedIn, and analyzing trillions of Microsoft 365 productivity signals as well as research with Fortune 500 customers. The data points to insights every leader and professional needs to know - and actions they can take - when it comes to AI’s implications for work.
Want to start learning about how you can integrate AI into your work right away?
Try out the free AI Compass for nonprofits tool
Complete a few questions and it will analyse your organization’s AI-readiness, providing insight into what capacity building is needed to help your organization leverage the benefits, and navigate the risks, of AI.
Need a template to set your organization up with an AI policy?
Have a look at the ‘AI Governance Framework for Nonprofits’ by Microsoft
The team at Microsoft have developed an AI Governance Framework to support nonprofits with developing a clear and actionable roadmap for governance and AI adoption. The training includes video overviews and downloadable documents tailored to organizations' current AI implementation status, with a focus on real-world use cases and productivity-driven scenarios. The kit includes:
Internal AI policy templates
Examples of AI use
Materials for board discussions
Six modules for comprehensive guidance on AI implementation
Want to discuss AI technologies and their implementation with other nonprofits?
Consider joining Microsoft's Nonprofit Community
The Microsoft Nonprofit Tech Community is a place for nonprofits to connect, learn, and innovate together. Nonprofit professionals can ask questions, get solutions, and find new ideas.
Looking for training sessions, content and learning pathways tailored to AI for nonprofits?
Check out the Microsoft Digital Skills Centre for Nonprofits
This collaboration between TechSoup Courses and Microsoft has resulted in a suite of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Resources for Nonprofits. Unlock the power of AI at your nonprofit and start using groundbreaking technology to enhance your marketing, donor relations, research capabilities, and fundraising. Explore their collection of resources, designed specifically for changemakers like you.
Looking for resources to support AI integration into Program Management?
View Microsoft's learning collection, AI for nonprofits: Program management
This collection is aligned to program management at nonprofits. Learn how AI tools such as Copilot can help to manage everyday tasks to increase efficiency, automate time consuming tasks, and give time back to your team.
Looking for live training sessions, in multiple languages?
Check out the Microsoft Tech for Social Impact nonprofit events and offers
Explore special events and learning opportunities created to help you expand your expertise, learn new skills, and help your organization achieve their goals.
Register now for an event topic of interest or something new you want to learn!
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