Shared learning agreements prompt us to reflect on the ethical dimensions of our organizational and community spaces. These agreements challenge us to consider critical questions: Who feels safe within these spaces, and who does not? Are our practices truly ethical and inclusive? By explicitly addressing these questions, shared learning agreements help to ensure that every meeting and event centers on creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.
Developing these Shared Learning Agreements has been a journey and one that we are committed to continuing through ongoing learning and doing better. We would like to acknowledge and thank the many Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and organizations, such as Carolinian Canada who have influenced our learning to help develop these agreements and to think more deeply about ethical and safe spaces. We would encourage you to reflect on the ethical dimensions of your organizational and community spaces.
As a network organization, Pillar also recognizes the obligation to explore and understand emerging technologies like AI tools, which have significant implications for the nonprofit sector. At Pillar, we have been discussing AI for years, acknowledging its potential as a major disruptor that could transform all aspects of professional and daily life in unprecedented ways. The rapid development of these tools makes it challenging to keep pace and identify appropriate applications and policies to guide their use.
Recently, we discussed the use of AI, particularly AI Scribes, in our Learning and Development workshops and meetings. As a result, we have updated our Shared Learning Agreements to include our AI Policy. You can find the updated Learning Agreements here:
Shared Learning Agreements 2024