Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping our world, and a recent webinar by NuSocia, featuring leaders from policy and corporate sectors, confirms that its biggest impact may be on the future of work and skills in India. The discussion highlighted a…
Artificial Intelligence is transforming fields like sustainability, healthcare, and governance. However, the “black box” effect presents a persistent risk. As highlighted in NuSocia’s recent “Sustainable AI: Solving Environmental Problems Responsibly” webinar, developing or deploying AI models without deep domain expertise…
When you mention AI in a city boardroom, the first thought is Artificial Intelligence, algorithms, chatbots, and predictive analytics. But step into the dusty lanes of rural India, and you might be surprised to find a very different association. For…
The global conversation around skilling has increasingly focused on the digital sphere, with governments, corporations, and educational institutions championing new training platforms and tools. However, a critical question remains: are these initiatives truly reaching those who need them most? The…
Open source has emerged as more than just a technology movement – it represents a philosophy of collaboration, transparency, and democratized access to knowledge. In the social development world, where organizations operate at the intersection of scarce resources, urgent needs,…
In the world of social development, data is the bedrock of informed decision-making. Yet, we’ve all seen projects where mountains of data are collected, only to sit unused in a forgotten spreadsheet. The true power of data isn’t in its…
A Deep Dive Framework for Social Sector Professionals to Navigate AI Adoption Introduction: Why the Social Sector Must Understand AI Personas Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept – it’s a tool of today. For social sector organizations,…
In our digital renaissance, artificial intelligence isn’t just a breakthrough—it’s an energy revolution. McKinsey analysts highlight a staggering projection: global data center power use is expected to rise from around 70 gigawatts today to over 220 gigawatts in just five…
The idea of machines that can “think” like humans has captivated us for generations, appearing in sci-fi, research, and pop culture. A major turning point came in 1997 when IBM’s Deep Blue defeated world chess champion Garry Kasparov. For the…
Large Language Models (LLMs) have ushered in a new era in artificial intelligence. Their capabilities – ranging from understanding and generating human-like language to performing tasks like translation, summarization, content creation, and complex problem-solving – have transformed how industries operate…
AI is a powerful ally in evaluation, best used to handle repetitive tasks like data cleaning and pattern recognition. However, it is just that, an ally alongside a sharp evaluator. AI cannot replace human insight—critical for interpreting data within ethical,…
Transforming Healthcare through AI AI’s entry into public health has produced notable advances in disease surveillance, diagnostics, and risk prediction 1,3,4. Yet, these are largely enhancements to existing systems, benefiting those already within the formal healthcare network. For underserved communities-where…
The social development space has long lagged behind in innovation and tech practices as compared to their private sector counterparts. With poor funding sources and initiatives initially driven out of philanthropy, development used to be slow but resource intensive. Reaching…