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Tips for using AI technology to do good—safely and ethically 

Candid

Candid’s data science manager explains how AI technology is trained on previously created data and can amplify the biases of its human creators—with harmful effects. Mitigating future risks: Why your organization should have an AI policy. Doing good with AI tools: Navigating ethical considerations for the social sector.

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The most read Candid insights articles in 2024: Fundraising, AI, and diversity 

Candid

Mitigating future risks: Why your organization should have an AI policy by Astrid Vinje, Candid. Whether youre looking for thought leadership and analysis on sector trends and issues , data-driven insights , or advice and training resources , Candid insights goal is to support your mission-driven success.

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Inclusive AI adoption to drive nonprofit missions

Candid

An inclusive approach actively engages staff across all departments, roles, and leadership levels to create an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, equitable access to AI tools and training is provided, and the unique needs of different user groups are considered.

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Teacher Well-Being: Beyond Yoga and Pizza Parties

Blackbaud

Many cite burnout as the primary reason they are leaving the teaching profession, and in response, schools are trying to pivot and focus on the well-being of their faculty and students. Some provide mindfulness training, group activities, and employee assistance programs. Only then can we address the issue.

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2024 Blue Avocado Year in Review

Blue Avocado

One nonprofit leader shared six lessons learned from a bad board experience organizational policies to help your nonprofit set expectations, prevent dysfunction, and avoid a laundry list of problems. How can nonprofit leaders prevent burnout when theyre expected to perform minor miracles on a regular basis?

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Don’t Let Staff Turnover Affect Your Grantmaking Data Quality

Blackbaud

You and your grantees are driven by a passion for your mission that sometimes leads to burnout. Record that institutional knowledge in an accessible Policies and Procedures manual. And be sure to update your Policies and Procedures guide annually to ensure information is up to date for current and future staff members.

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Four Staff Recruitment Strategies to Decrease Nonprofit Turnover

Pamela Grow

Following along with our volunteer manager example, a nonprofit might list volunteer scheduling, outreach, onboarding, supervision, and training as part of the new hire’s duties. Provide relevant training and resources. Preferred skills. For this reason, your organization can list preferred skills in its job description.

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