Nonprofits and social impact organisations are under increasing pressure to deliver more impact with limited resources. As artificial intelligence reshapes how organisations operate, those that fail to adapt risk falling behind.
The Changemaker Fellowship, delivered in collaboration with Microsoft Elevate, is a 10-week professional development programme designed to help nonprofit institutions integrate AI into their operations, strategy, and service delivery.
The programme focuses on moving organisations beyond basic awareness of AI tools to practical implementation, combining technical training, strategic guidance, and tailored support to help teams deploy AI responsibly and effectively.
Programme Overview
The Changemaker Fellowship is structured to support organisations in bridging the gap between human expertise and artificial intelligence.
Participants will gain hands-on experience in applying AI to real organisational challenges, from automating internal workflows to improving programme delivery and stakeholder engagement.
The fellowship is particularly relevant for organisations seeking to modernise operations, improve efficiency, and scale their impact in a digital-first environment.
What the Programme Offers
Participants will benefit from:
- A 10-week structured training programme on AI strategy and implementation
- Hands-on coaching and technical skills development for organisational teams
- One-on-one support tailored to specific operational challenges
- Guidance on ethical and responsible AI use
- Tools to automate workflows and improve organisational efficiency
- Support in building data-driven strategies for impact and growth
Key Focus Areas
The programme is designed to help organisations:
- Build AI-Ready Teams: Develop the technical fluency and leadership capacity needed to adopt and manage AI tools effectively.
- Strengthen Operations: Streamline workflows, reduce manual processes, and improve organisational agility through automation and better systems integration.
- Improve Service Delivery: Leverage AI tools to expand reach, enhance programme effectiveness, and deliver services more efficiently.
- Enhance Fundraising and Engagement: Use data insights to build stronger relationships with donors and create more sustainable funding models.
- Ensure Responsible AI Use: Establish clear frameworks and guardrails to ensure ethical, secure, and accountable use of AI technologies.
Who Should Apply
The programme is designed for AI champions within nonprofit, charity, and intergovernmental organisations.
Suitable applicants include professionals working in:
- Information technology
- Operations
- Communications
- Programme management
Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in leading AI adoption within their organisations and applying digital tools to improve impact.
