We trained NGOs in Artificial Intelligence
With the support of Teleperformance Greece, SciFY trained NGOs active in various fields (environment, support for vulnerable groups, youth empowerment, etc.) in AI through targeted seminars and workshops. The trained organizations applied the new knowledge and skills to enhance their social impact.
SciFY:
- Adapted its successful training program “Pioneers in AI” to the needs of Civil Society (CS) organizations.
- Trained ten CS organizations in Artificial Intelligence.
- Offered guidance on the use of Artificial Intelligence by NGOs.
- Organized an event to disseminate the results to CS organizations.
Funding
The project was implemented free of charge for the participating organizations thanks to the support of Teleperformance Greece in the framework of its Corporate Social Responsibility program and its initiatives that promote innovation and the empowerment of Civil Society.
We trained NGOs in Artificial Intelligence
Civil Society (CS) undertakes extensive work in Greece, addressing a wide range of needs across Greek society with limited resources. Artificial Intelligence presents many opportunities for civil society actors. Unfortunately, AI remains largely unknown in the field. Therefore, through this project, we have helped organizations leverage the opportunities AI offers and understand the associated risks. Here are some examples.
Indicatively, AI-powered technologies can be used:
- to identify patterns and predict outcomes to improve decision-making processes,
- to improve their efficiency in processes such as fund-raising, social network management, content development,
- to analyze data and provide information on social issues such as poverty, disease, and climate change,
- in chatbots and AI-powered virtual assistants, to provide real-time support to people in need, reducing response times and increasing service efficiency,
- for the development of predictive models to identify and prevent potential social problems before they occur, etc.
We trained NGOs in Artificial Intelligence
By the end of the program:
- A new NGO training program in Artificial Intelligence (AI) was created.
- Ten NGOs were trained in the use of AI.
- The trained organizations developed a plan for the use of AI to increase their effectiveness around Sustainable Development Goals.
- All the organizations trained had practical material to improve their effectiveness with AI applications.
- AI expertise was developed in permanent support structures for CS organizations (in HIGGS).
- Dozens of NGOs were informed about the project, laying the foundations for further development of the project.
