For many nonprofit organisations and NGOs worldwide, receiving honest and constructive feedback from the communities they serve is imperative for improving service delivery and remaining accountable to those they aim to help. According to a recent report by the UNHCR, an overwhelming 90% of international humanitarian organisations, including large NGOs, local charities and UN aid […]
10 Ways Artificial Intelligence Can Help NGOs
Recent research shows AI actively assisting nonprofits with worldwide issues, with over 61% of charities seeing improved distribution efficiency from AI. Around 3.6 billion people inhabit climate-vulnerable areas, and experts propose AI as a tool against climate change’s natural disasters. New AI models examine immense data troves for obscure needs, aided by machine learning discerning […]
A Framework for Interoperable Technologies in Humanitarian Assistance: A case study of CVA in Northwest Syria
The partnership between ICS and a renowned NGO is designed to enhance the efficiency of humanitarian aid by improving data interoperability and management. This project seeks to create a proof-of-concept interoperable system that integrates data from the renowned NGO Syria and its partners into a cohesive platform. This system is envisioned as a critical tool […]
Humanitarian Crisis in 2023
With global issues rising, 2023 could see further strain on vulnerable communities. Recent UN reports suggest increasing food and water shortages will impact over 600 million people worldwide next year. Climate change continues, with worsening droughts and extreme weather in many regions. At the same time, ongoing conflicts are displacing large populations in parts of […]
Humanitarian Crises: Causes, Effects and Solutions
Over 360 million people annually engage in charity to help alleviate global humanitarian crises. However, the harsh reality is that conflict, climate disasters, and destitution continue propelling millions into dire need overseas. In 2021 alone, armed clashes in Yemen pushed a staggering 80% of its population into relying on aid. Meanwhile, extreme weather like floods […]