Copilot 101: The basics of learning Copilot for charities

Excited to be delivering this session in partnership with two of our newest members - pax8 and nebulaIT. An in-person practical introduction to Microsoft Copilot for charities that want to save time and work more efficiently. No experience needed, and nothing to buy. What we will cover - The wider picture. What is actually changing in AI, what is hype, and what that means for charities right now. - What Copilot actually is. Not one product but a set of tools across the Microsoft ecosystem, and where it fits into everyday work. - Real charity use cases. Communications and engagement, fundraising and bid support, administration and productivity, and making better use of the information your organisation already holds. - Hands-on practice. We will work through a realistic charity task together, look at how changing the way you ask affects what you get back, and cover what is and is not safe to put into a tool like this. - Your challenges. Time to talk through what you are dealing with and work out together where the highest value uses might sit in your own organisation. - Where to start. Practical next steps and what safe, responsible adoption looks like in a charity setting. What you will leave with - A clear understanding of what AI and Copilot can and cannot do - Practical ideas relevant to your own organisation - Something you have actually made during the session - Confidence about your first steps and how to take them responsibly Whether you work in operations, fundraising, communications or support services, this session will give you a foundation for making the most of Copilot in your day-to-day work.