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When Builders Show Up for Nonprofits
At a social services hackathon in Victoria, BC, developers and nonprofit practitioners worked side by side to solve operational problems that frontline organizations face every day. A hopeful reflection on ethical AI, care, and collaboration.
Sarah Downey
May 74 min read


Responsible AI Professional — 4 Week Certification Course
RAP — Responsible AI Professional is a 4-week certification for professionals who want to close the gap between their values and how they actually use AI. Four live sessions, four practical artifacts, and a custom AI assistant trained on your coursework. First cohort starts May 22, 2026
Sarah Downey
Apr 272 min read


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


Mindful AI Adoption: A Wake-Up Call for Nonprofits
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
Jun 30, 20253 min read


Reclaiming Human Creativity with AI
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.
Sarah Downey
May 22, 20253 min read
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