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Curated Learning Resources for AI

Courses

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Google’s Free AI Courses (2025) – A set of eight no-cost, up-to-date courses including “Introduction to Responsible AI,” generative AI, language models, and more. Great for foundational to intermediate learning →
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Elements of AI – A highly accessible, non-technical MOOC created by the University of Helsinki and MinnaLearn. Covers AI basics, machine learning, neural networks, and philosophy. Available in many languages and free to access →
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AI for Everyone by DeepLearning.AI – A short, business-friendly course teaching AI fundamentals, how to evaluate opportunities, and common misconceptions—ideal for NGO staff and leaders →
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Video Podcasts

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How I AI – Hosted by Claire Vo (three-time chief product officer, engineer, and founder), this podcast skips abstract debates and focuses on immediately usable AI workflows. Each episode includes live demonstrations of specific processes guests use to transform their daily work - complete with step-by-step walkthroughs you can adapt for your own tasks →
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Andrew Ng on the Lex Fridman Podcast – While technical, Andrew Ng’s appearance distills machine learning fundamentals with clarity and insight - great for deepening understanding after foundational learning →
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The TWIML AI Podcast (This Week in Machine Learning & AI) – A long-running, in-depth podcast featuring AI researchers and practitioners, ideal for NGO leaders wanting strategic insights →
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Documentary

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The Age of A.I. – A documentary series (narrated by Robert Downey Jr.) that illustrates real-world uses of AI across domains like health, robotics, and disaster prevention - very NGO-friendly →
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Books

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AI for Good: Applications in Sustainability, Humanitarian Action, and Health: Author: Juan M. Lavista Ferres (Microsoft’s Chief Data Scientist) for Microsoft Research This book showcases real-world AI applications - like biodiversity protection, healthcare access, and disaster resilience - demonstrating AI's power in humanitarian and environmental initiatives. Why NGOs should read it: It provides diverse, inspiring examples and practical guidance - perfect for NGOs looking to learn from AI-in-action projects →
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UNESCO AI Ethics Recommendation
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- This UNESCO document outlines global standards and guidelines for ethical AI development, emphasizing transparency, accountability, inclusivity, and responsible, human-centered governance of AI systems.

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