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Nobody Trusts Anyone to Govern AI. The Nonprofit Sector Should Change That.
As people learn more about AI, trust is declining—not increasing. In Canada, the public is skeptical of both governments and tech companies to govern AI responsibly. This creates an unexpected opening for the nonprofit sector to lead with values-based governance.
Sarah Downey
Apr 83 min read


How to Build a Custom AI Chatbot for Your Nonprofit (And Why You'd Want To)
A practical, plain-language guide to building a custom AI chatbot for your nonprofit. Learn the four key ingredients, real use cases, and how to stay in control while using AI effectively.
Sarah Downey
Apr 27 min read


Policy Design in the AI Era
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.
Sarah Downey
Feb 287 min read


Is ChatGPT Confidential for Nonprofits in Canada?
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.
Sarah Downey
Feb 97 min read


Before Your Team Uses ChatGPT: The Board-Ready AI Policy Checklist
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.
Sarah Downey
Jan 226 min read


Living AI Policy: Exploring the Future of Dynamic Policies in the Nonprofit Sector
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.
Sarah Downey
Jun 12, 20254 min read


Do Nonprofits Need an AI Policy? Yes and Here’s Why
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.
Sarah Downey
Apr 21, 20252 min read
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