In this Idea Citizen LIVE conversation, Jim Fruchterman—serial tech entrepreneur, MacArthur Fellow, and founder of Tech Matters—shares why he moved from the for-profit AI world to the nonprofit sector over 30 years ago. Jim has spent decades applying technology to social impact, from disability inclusion to education, human rights, environmental sustainability, and crisis response.

This discussion is hosted by Jackie Domanus, an AI Fractional CMO and Founder of Idea Citizen, a global community exploring the future of leadership, technology, and business. Jackie leads AI-driven marketing strategies and champions conversations that connect innovation with human-centered impact.

We dive into insights from Jim’s new book, “Technology for Good: How Nonprofit Leaders are Using Software and Data to Solve Our Most Pressing Problems.” Learn why nonprofits must play a critical role in shaping ethical AI, how tech can amplify impact without replacing humans, and practical frameworks for responsible data use.

✅ What you’ll learn in this video:

• Why nonprofits should lead in AI adoption and innovation
• How technology for good started with disability inclusion
• The biggest watchouts for nonprofits using AI
• Real-world examples of AI transforming social impact
• Why ethical data practices matter more than ever
• How to measure success for AI in the nonprofit sector

Jim also shares stories from organizations like MomConnect and CareerVillage, and explains why AI is normal technology—not miracle technology—and how nonprofits can leverage it to help more people, better, for less.

Find out more about Jim's new book:
👉 https://fruchterman.org

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