Driving Change Through Human-Centered AI

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we work—but for nonprofits, adoption lags far behind. While over 70% of small and medium businesses are already using AI tools, only 4.8% of nonprofits have begun. This session bridges that gap by introducing human-centered AI—AI that is ethical, transparent, and designed to amplify human impact rather than replace it.

What to Expect:

• Introduction to human-centered AI and why it matters for social impact.
• An exploration of AI’s benefits and risks, with a focus on ethics and trust.
• A simplified framework for responsible adoption easy to grasp even for nontechnical leaders.
• An engaging case study that shows how AI agents can help solve everyday challenges.
• A short interactive exercise where you’ll brainstorm ways AI could support your own mission.
• Practical next steps, including access to CogniCo’s nonprofit pilot, an AI readiness assessment, and tools like an ROI calculator.