Season 3 | E3 Kit Powney on AI, digital strategy and the future of charities

Описание: In this episode of the Charity Changemakers Podcast, Adam Stacey speaks with Kit Powney, Head of Digital Maturity at Tearfund.


Kit shares her journey from campaigning and advocacy into digital strategy, and explains how charities can approach digital transformation in a practical and thoughtful way.


The conversation explores how technology, data and AI are reshaping the sector, but also why strategy, values and people must remain at the centre of any transformation effort.


Kit also offers practical advice for organisations that feel overwhelmed by the pace of change, explaining why starting small and building a digital mindset across teams can unlock real impact.


From AI adoption to organisational culture, this episode provides a thoughtful look at how charities can navigate technology while staying focused on mission and impact.



Takeaways

Digital transformation is about organisational change, not just technology
AI can unlock efficiency and innovation if aligned with strategy and values
Many charities already have powerful tools available within Microsoft and Google ecosystems
Small changes and experiments can deliver significant improvements
Developing a digital mindset across teams is critical for successful transformation
The charity sector must balance innovation with ethical considerations and human oversight


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
05:27 Transition into Digital Strategy
13:39 The Role of Digital Transformation
21:19 Opportunities and Risks of AI
35:23 Career Advice and Future Outlook

If you enjoyed the episode, please like, share and leave a review. Your support helps more charity leaders and changemakers discover the show.

#CharitySector #AIForGood #DigitalTransformation #Podcast