NetHope

Some takeaways from Alexander Aston-Ward's participation in NetHope's Global Summit. Thanks UK Humanitarian Innovation Hub for sharing: https://lnkd.in/gF9FKpRJ

Great opportunity to present our work at NetHope last week and to connect with others in the AI x Development community. Learn more about our team's projects here: https://lnkd.in/eVFw--Ue #Development #Impact #AI

This week our DEEP and JAWS experts were honored to present our open source and NLP innovations to colleagues around the world, during the NetHope Global Summit. We showcased the suite of tools and collaborative workflows offered by DEEP and introduced the new Joint Analysis Workspace (JAWS) advancing open-source and humanitarian AI/ML innovations.

Exciting highlights from the NetHope Global Summit in Washington, DC! We had an incredible experience connecting with leaders and innovators in the nonprofit sector. A key moment was Avanade EME Nonprofit Industry Lead Ralf van den Ham's discussion on Digital Agriculture with Khuloud Odeh, PhD and Ahmad AL-MOUSLY from CGIAR. Their session, “Cultivating the Future,” emphasized the urgent need for a technology-driven approach to regenerative agriculture. Almin Surani, Avanade’s Global Nonprofit Digital Transformation Lead and Chris McClean, our Global Digital Ethics Lead, led a thought-provoking workshop on Responsible AI Innovation, stressing the importance of building AI that reflects our values, recognizing the reality of data bias, and harnessing AI’s potential as a great equalizer. Additionally, Microsoft’s session on “Harnessing AI for Social Good” showcased practical AI applications for nonprofits and their commitment to security and tailored solutions through partnership. Key takeaways from the summit included: 🔸 The promise of new technologies and the critical need for sustained digital transformation to empower NGOs. 🔸The vital role of innovation in tackling emerging challenges and the importance of digital inclusion as a universal right. 🔸Addressing cybersecurity threats and developing adaptive strategies to combat climate change impacts. Thanks to all our clients who joined us for dinner! We loved engaging in meaningful conversations, fostering relationships, and sharing insights on our transformative journeys. The future is bright for tech and social impact. #NetHopeSummit | #DigitalTransformation | #SocialImpact | #AIForGood | #AvanadeDoWhatMatters | Tina Senior | Heba Ramzy | Innes Grant | Dave Hisler | Natalie W. | Srishti Verma

Great job NetHope Global Summit on bringing together an amazing gathering of global nonprofits and the technology sector, to talk about the most pressing issues impacting organisations' missions today. Our team had the opportunity to spend face-to-face time with our clients and many more organisations to talk about the power of technology to directly impact their beneficiaries and constituents.   Our sessions on Digital Agriculture and #AIForGood were very well received with good connections made across the sector. It was a pleasure to be there alongside my colleagues Almin Surani Chris McClean Heba Ramzy Dave Hisler Srishti Verma Ralf van den Ham, doing what matters for our nonprofit clients and partners.   Already looking forward to Amsterdam! #AvanadeDoWhatMatters

Planson International was honored to attend the 2024 NetHope Global Summit, a pivotal event that brought together global non-profit and technology leaders. This summit was a beacon of innovation and collaboration.   We were incredibly proud to sponsor the Women of NetHope Inspiration Breakfast. This event celebrated the remarkable achievements of women in technology and non-profit work, highlighting their invaluable contributions to creating a more connected and equitable world. At Planson International, we believe in the power of diversity and the importance of empowering women to lead and inspire.   Being part of this summit allowed us to engage with visionary thinkers, share our commitment to sustainable development, and support initiatives that drive positive change. We are grateful for the meaningful conversations and partnerships that emerged from this gathering, and we appreciate the opportunity to have contributed to such a transformative event.   Together, we harnessed the power of technology to build a brighter future for all 🌍. Thank you, NetHope, for this incredible platform and for championing the cause of women in technology. #NetHopeSummit2024 #WeAreNetHope #WeAreWomenOwned #SocialImpact #TechForGood

Reflecting on an incredible four days (last week) at the NetHope Global Summit! I’m grateful for the warm welcome from many technology and programmatic leaders who drive impactful change across humanitarian, international development, and conservation fields. Engaging with this inspiring community reaffirmed technology's critical role in addressing global challenges, and I’m eager to bring these insights back to our work. I look forward to deepening these connections—and hopefully reconnecting in Amsterdam in 2025! Thanks for getting pics with me last week - Dustin K. Pitts Lara Wong Grant Copenhaver Rob Jordan Kathy Dunne Tammam Dandashi Ethan Kearns Kathryn Egan Meredith Hughes Quan Nguyen Idealist Consulting

I always look forward to the annual NetHope Summit! Joining in person last week in D.C. was extra special alongside my Children International colleagues. Over the last few years, I have enjoyed cohosting panels on topics ranging from combating OSEAC to digital health equity solutions, diving deep with peers, and reconnecting with new and old friends. NetHope truly is a unique community where cross-sector partners come ready to collaborate and co-create solutions with system-wide impacts. Excited to bring more ideas to life—let’s keep the momentum going! Big thanks to Dianna and Lance for your NetHope leadership and warm welcome! Shout out to the Children International team for being bold and creative innovators and your continued commitment to leveraging tech for good! Laura, Tim, William, Christina, John, Jason, Julie, David, Cassie, Jon, Shanna. #techforgood #socialimpact #colleactiveaction #multiplygood

Thank you NetHope for yet another amazing summit. It was great to connect with all of the members and partners. Look forward to the next one in Amsterdam!

“Successfully implementing technology projects and making a real impact on people’s lives requires a deeper understanding of on-the-ground realities, which often demands more time and resources than anticipated. Without this insight, it’s challenging to design truly meaningful technology solutions. In my experience, as we look to the future and envision new technologies for climate and other areas, we must prepare to invest not only in the technology itself but also in essential elements like cultural awareness, capacity building, and a comprehensive mix of other crucial factors.” - Nama Budhathoki, Regional Director, Asia-Pacific, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team during the #NetHopeSummit2024. Let’s champion a world where digital access is a right, not a privilege. Though the 2024 NetHope Global Summit has ended, there are still many ways to engage with NetHope’s mission. The NetHope Community can reconnect at Working Group Meetings, Chapter Meetings, and through our collaborative efforts throughout the year. Plus the countdown to the 2025 NetHope Global Summit has already begun! Learn more about the 2025 Summit here: https://lnkd.in/eyTYdii3   To find out how you can get involved with NetHope, visit: