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Artificial Intelligence

Feb 18 2026 | karol orzechowski

AI In Animal Advocacy: Promise, Peril, Or Patience?

Animal advocates continue to be captivated, curious, and cautious about AI, sometimes all at once. In this blog, we look at the present state of AI within the animal protection movement, where advocates are doing well, and where more caution is needed. READ MORE

Jan 20 2026 | Meghann Cant

Bridging The Gap Between AI Interest And Readiness

This report surveyed 850 U.S. and Canadian non-profits to understand AI adoption, revealing high interest but a critical lack of readiness and equity practices. READ MORE

Dec 3 2025 | karol orzechowski

When Is Good Enough Good Enough? AI, Research, And Animal Advocacy

One of the key promises of artificial intelligence is that it can put a world of data at our fingertips in an instant — so it’s no wonder many animal advocates are eager to use it for research. In this blog, we look at using AI as a research tool and specifically explore the topic of summarization. READ MORE

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