Responsible AI in Practice — Core Series
Empowering Humanitarian, Development, and Public-Sector Actors to use AI Responsibly, Ethically, and Effectively. Build practical AI literacy through hands-on training tailored to your sector.
Next open cohort
Starts Tuesday 2 June 2026
3 weeks · Tuesdays + Thursdays · 16:00 East Africa Time · €350 per person
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Practical, ethical AI for humanitarian, development, social-protection and governance professionals.
Responsible AI Training
3 Weeks · 6 Sessions · €350 per person
Building practical, ethical and contextual AI skills for the humanitarian, development, social-protection and governance sectors. Designed for non-technical professionals who want to use AI confidently and responsibly in their day-to-day work.
Who it's for
UN agencies, Red Cross / Red Crescent, NGOs, INGOs, donors, civil servants, research and policy teams.
- 6 interactive 90-minute sessions over 3 weeks
- Sector-specific AI Playbook with prompts & ethics guidance
- Responsible-Use Checklist for data protection
- Hands-on AI Workflow Cards from your real work
- Certificate of completion
- Reimbursed Claude Pro subscription for the duration of the cohort
Each cohort accommodates up to 20 participants for interactive learning. Sessions run live over Zoom — recordings and pre-session materials are shared in your learner dashboard.
All participants receive a completion certificate and contribute to a shared AI Playbook.
What Participants Say
Humanitarian staff from NRC who joined the Responsible AI in Practice – Humanitarian Actors training shared the following reflections:
"Taking long reports, transcripts, or datasets and distilling them into clear summaries or bullet points saves hours of manual reading and note-taking."
"I really appreciated the training and found it practical."
"The AI training gave me the opportunity to learn new technology and improve the skills I use in my job responsibilities."
"Thank you so much for this amazing training and for your effort and enthusiasm during the course. It was super informative and super fun!"
"Thank you for bringing this training to the humanitarian sector."
"Thank you for giving me this opportunity to know this AI programme, and I look forward to seeing you again in a new training."
Program Format
Delivery
- • 6 interactive sessions × 90 minutes
- • 2 sessions per week over 3 weeks
- • Virtual, practice-based learning
- • Facilitator-led with hands-on exercises
Cohort Structure
- • Up to 20 participants per cohort
- • Interactive, collaborative learning
- • Sector-specific use cases
- • Peer-to-peer knowledge sharing
What You'll Receive
- • AI Workflow Cards (documented use cases)
- • Sector-specific AI Playbook
- • Responsible-Use Checklist
- • Certificate of completion
Course Structure (Example: Humanitarian Actors)
Each training course follows a similar 3-week structure, tailored to your sector. Here's an example curriculum from the Humanitarian Actors training:
Week 1: Foundation
- Session 1: AI as the New Office Tool
- Session 2: Talking to AI – Asking Better Questions
Week 2: Application
- Session 3: Applying AI Across Workflows
- Session 4: Designing AI Workflow Cards
Week 3: Responsible Use
- Session 5: Responsible and Ethical AI Use
- Session 6: Showcase & Integration
Expected Outcomes
For Individuals
- Enhanced productivity and efficiency
- Confidence in using AI tools responsibly
- Practical skills for immediate application
- Ethical awareness and data protection knowledge
For Organizations
- Improved reporting and coordination workflows
- Consistent data protection practices
- Documented, replicable AI use cases
- Practical model for safe AI adoption
Trusted by
Professional Certificate
Showcase your AI skills with a verified digital certificate that integrates seamlessly with your LinkedIn profile
Certificate of Completion
This certifies that
has successfully completed the
LinkedIn Integration
Add your certificate directly to your LinkedIn profile with one click. Complete fields and verification URL provided.
Verified & Secure
Each certificate includes unique verification ID, digital signature, and public verification page to prevent fraud.
Professional Recognition
Demonstrate your commitment to advancing humanitarian work through AI technology to employers and peers.
Instant Delivery
Receive your certificate immediately upon completion with downloadable PDF and shareable verification link.
Sample verification:
Upcoming Cohorts
Our next open cohort starts Tuesday 2 June 2026 and runs for 3 weeks. Private team cohorts are available year-round and can be tailored to your sector and use cases.
June 2026 Open Cohort
- • Sessions: 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 June 2026
- • Tuesdays + Thursdays, 16:00 East Africa Time
- • Session length: 90 minutes
- • Up to 20 participants · €350 per person
Private Team Cohorts
- • Tailored to your sector and workflows
- • Scheduled around your team's availability
- • Same 3-week, 6-session format
- • Custom pricing for teams of 10–20
Investment
Pricing varies by sector and cohort size. Contact us for a customized quote based on your organization's needs.
Individual Enrollment
Custom Pricing
per person for 3-week program
- 6 interactive 90-minute sessions
- Sector-specific curriculum
- AI Workflow Cards & Playbook
- Community access
- Professional CertificateLinkedIn-ready digital credential with verification
Organization Training
Custom Pricing
for teams of 10-20 people
- Tailored to your sector
- Private cohort
- Custom use cases from your work
- Optional post-training mentoring
- Team CertificatesBulk certificate issuance for all participants
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need technical experience?
No! Our training is designed for non-technical professionals across humanitarian, development, social protection, and governance sectors. We start with the basics and build practical skills progressively over 3 weeks.
Which training course is right for me?
Each course is tailored to a specific sector. Choose based on your work context: Humanitarian Actors (NGOs, UN agencies), Social Protection (adaptive programming), Governance & Public Sector (civil servants), or Development (INGOs, donors, research).
What tools will we learn?
We focus on practical generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI assistants that can be immediately applied to your daily work with an emphasis on responsible and ethical use.
Is there ongoing support after training?
Yes! You'll have access to our community forum for ongoing learning and knowledge sharing with other practitioners from your sector.
How do I get my certificate?
Upon completing the program, you'll automatically receive a professional digital certificate by email. The certificate includes a verification URL and comes with step-by-step instructions for adding it to your LinkedIn profile.