Thoughts of a CEO July 2023

Welcome to the latest edition of Surrey Community Action’s newsletter. In this issue, we are thrilled to share exciting news, updates, and invaluable resources to support your organisation’s growth and success. We are pleased to remind you of our upcoming event, the Charity Mash-Up. This must-attend occasion offers a unique opportunity for networking and collaboration within the sector. Join us to connect with like-minded individuals and discover workshops including the latest advancements in Efficient Communication for Charities, where we explore the remarkable potential of AI Language Tools. Don’t forget to secure your tickets for the Charity Mash-Up and guarantee your place at our engaging workshops. As always, our newsletter also provides updates on sector news, funding opportunities, and job listings. Thank you for being part of our community. We hope this newsletter enriches your work and encourages continued growth and success.

I didn’t write the introduction above. At our annual conference in September, one of the very useful and interesting sessions we have planned will be looking at how charities can use AI to communicate effectively. Just for fun, I asked an AI generator to write the introduction to this newsletter. It actually came out better than I expected, but I’m sure it would be better if I was more skilled in outlining my request. I’m not going to ask whether you prefer the AI stuff or my own words – my ego is too fragile!

Like it or not, AI is probably here to stay, so it is probably a good idea to think about how it can benefit Surrey’s charities and our beneficiaries, and our conference is a good place to start.

Enjoy the Summer Holidays!