The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Revolutionizing NGOs' Work

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Published: Aug 1, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12681/jpentai.35137
Keywords:
Artificial intelligence Non-Governmental Organizations Program Design Resource Management Monitoring and Evaluation Predictive Analysis Ethics Challenges Future Directions
Iris Panagiota Efthymiou
Adjunct Lecturer, University of Greenwich, UK; Researcher, Laboratory of Health Economics and Management, University of Piraeus, Greece.
Antonios Alevizos
Adjunct Lecturer, Department of Social Policy, Democritus University of Thrace, Greece; Researcher, Laboratory of Sociology of Culture and Civilization, Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, Greece.
Symeon Sidiropoulos
Adjunct Lecturer, Department of Economics, University of Piraeus, Greece; Researcher, Laboratory of Health Economics and Management, University of Piraeus, Greece.
Abstract

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming various industries by enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making. The non-governmental organization (NGO) sector is also exploring the use of AI to revolutionize their work. This paper explores the role of AI in revolutionizing NGO work, including its potential benefits and challenges. The paper presents case studies of AI implementations in NGO program design, resource management, monitoring and evaluation, and predictive analysis. The paper also discusses the ethical considerations and challenges of using AI in NGOs and outlines the future directions and challenges for AI in the NGO sector.

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