This week, the well-known language learning tool, Duolingo, announced it will become an “AI-First” company, replacing many human translators and content creators with AI-generated alternatives. This has been met with huge backlash from users who are threatening to leave the platform entirely.
Artificial Intelligence promises transformative potential, but also raises profound ethical questions for not-for-profits. How do we embrace innovation without compromising our core values? Enter Worthwhile AI: community-owned technology platform designed specifically for the third sector, by the third sector.
What are the upsides and side-effects of asking ”what would you like your role to be?”
It’s 2025 now and the world’s changing fast - as The Developer Society, we’re right here with you, turning these tricky times into real opportunities for growth.
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Web accessibility is a crucial aspect of modern website design, yet it’s often overlooked or considered too challenging to fully implement. However, a recent collaboration between Sight Concern Bedfordshire, a local sight impairment charity, and The Developer Society, a not-for-profit digital cooperative, is challenging this perception. Sight Concern Bedfordshire’s new website isn’t just raising the bar for accessibility – it’s providing valuable lessons for organisations looking to make their online presence more inclusive without breaking the bank.
When receiving briefs, it’s not uncommon for the details to be hazy or open to interpretation. There is a risk that what our partners envision and what our team delivers aren’t always perfectly aligned—especially when requirements are complex, or when there’s a need for iteration as the project evolves. Everyone is so busy, and knowledge transfer and experience differences between organisations are tricky. This is where design becomes a critical tool—not just for aesthetics, but as a way to visually ‘play back’ a brief to help get everyone aligned. Designs help translate abstract requirements into something tangible, allowing all parties to clarify expectations before moving into development.
A quick side project to create an open-source feedback system to empower charities to gather crucial community data and enhance impact reporting--and at a fraction of the cost of commercial solutions.
