Director, Communications & Philanthropy Coalition for Children, Youth & Families
AI tools are everywhere—but knowing which ones to use, how to manage them, and how to ensure they’re used responsibly can feel overwhelming. In this session, we’ll walk through a practical roadmap for AI adoption inside a nonprofit organization, from first experiment to full implementation.
You’ll learn how to evaluate and select the right tools for your team, create simple but effective AI usage policies, and put systems in place to monitor adoption and quality. We’ll also cover common pitfalls—like data privacy concerns, overreliance on AI output, and lack of staff buy-in—and how to avoid them.
This session focuses on real-world examples and actionable steps you can take immediately, whether you’re just starting to explore AI or already piloting tools across departments.
Learning Objectives:
Identify key criteria for selecting AI tools that align with their organization’s goals and capacity.
Develop or refine an internal AI usage policy that promotes transparency, ethical use, and accountability.
Recognize common challenges in nonprofit AI adoption and apply strategies to overcome them.
