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Most workplace policies were written for a world where tools changed slowly. That world is gone. This is a guide for leaders who know AI governance matters and aren't sure where to begin. 10 principles for designing policy that protects your people, your mission, and your trust.

Option 1: Nonprofit staff are already using ChatGPT. The real risk is using it without guardrails. This plain-language Canada-focused guide explains what “confidential” really means at work, what should never be entered, what’s low-risk, and the simple staff rules that prevent most AI privacy incidents.

Nonprofit teams are already using ChatGPT, often without shared boundaries. This board-ready checklist helps you set practical guardrails on data, allowed use-cases, human review, vendor risk, incident response, and policy review so staff can use AI safely without gambling trust.

Nonprofits understand trust, care, and human-centered systems — and women lead much of this sector. This piece reflects on why those voices must help shape the AI systems influencing our social future.

"Yes, I use AI. No, that doesn’t mean I don’t do the work." This piece unpacks what real writing looks like when tech is a partner—not a shortcut.

In a world where technology adoption often outpaces ethical consideration, nonprofits face unique challenges when integrating AI. This article explores how mission-driven organizations can create meaningful AI policies that reflect their values while avoiding bureaucratic pitfalls. Learn practical approaches to developing guidelines that protect your mission while embracing innovation.

Sarah Downey helps nonprofits and values-led organizations build ethical, intentional relationships with emerging AI tools—so they can scale impact without compromising their mission. Learn how to align AI adoption with your organizational values and purpose.

Why energy stats don’t tell the whole story - and what mindful AI use could look like

What if AI isn’t here to replace creativity—but to make room for it? A reflection on how modern work squeezes out wonder, and how intentional AI use can free space for presence, imagination, and human connection.

AI is changing how nonprofits work. A clear AI policy helps protect data, align decisions with your values, reduce bias risks, and show stakeholders you’re approaching AI responsibly.