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Vote For Forum One’s #25NTC Sessions
We are excited to have five submissions for next year’s #25NTC in Baltimore and online. Explore them and cast your vote to help us bring insightful sessions to you next April!
The annual Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) is NTEN’s premier technology event, uniting thousands of the brightest nonprofit professionals worldwide. Participants come together to collaborate, innovate, and find new ways to drive change through technology. Discover the sessions below and cast your vote today!
Beyond Automation: Mastering Web Accessibility
Unlock the potential of web accessibility for your nonprofit by learning how to create inclusive websites that meet legal standards and are easy for everyone to use. Explore the limitations of automated checkers and discover the importance of manual testing techniques. Gain valuable insights from Jeanette Stair, our Accessibility Lead, on tools and methods to enhance your website’s accessibility.
This session is tailored for nonprofit web developers, digital strategists, and compliance officers looking to improve website accessibility. Participants will acquire practical skills to ensure their websites meet user needs and legal requirements. Attendees will leave with a clear roadmap to implement comprehensive accessibility practices that foster inclusivity and compliance with diverse audiences.
Leveraging AI for Organizational Efficiency
Explore the world of AI to enhance your organization’s efficiency with this interactive session. Gain practical insights into using AI, including strategies for securing stakeholder support, demonstrating ROI, and addressing concerns. Learn how to develop a comprehensive AI integration plan, from initial assessment to full deployment, and discover methods to evaluate new AI technologies while staying updated on trends.
Designed for organizational leaders, IT managers, and innovation strategists, this session is crafted to help you effectively harness AI for improved operational efficiency. Participants will leave with actionable insights and the confidence to explore and implement AI solutions that align with their strategic goals, boosting productivity and innovation within their organizations.
Designing Unity: Trinity Church’s UX Evolution
Discover the collaborative journey of enhancing Trinity Church’s mobile user experience, which incorporates augmented reality and personalized user journeys. Learn how adaptive design principles addressed stakeholder concerns to boost engagement on trinitychurchnyc.org. The session will cover current UX strategies and improvements, featuring insights from Rachel Weitzner of Forum One.
Ideal for UX designers, digital strategists, and nonprofit leaders, this session offers practical insights into engaging stakeholders, applying adaptive design, and using real-time feedback to improve digital experiences. Participants will gain strategies to foster inclusive design discussions, resonate with stakeholders, and enhance user satisfaction.
The Silent Power of Words: Psycholinguistics in Nonprofits
This session explores how language influences brand perception and supporter engagement through the lens of psycholinguistics. Led by Steven Bond, VP of Strategy at Forum One, participants will discover techniques to refine their communication strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational values, building credibility, and fostering trust across all channels. Attendees will learn how language impacts brand perception and enhances trust through strategic messaging.
Targeted at nonprofit leaders, marketers, and communication strategists, the session offers insights into the psychological foundations of language. Participants will learn to craft messages that resonate across diverse platforms, enhancing their organization’s credibility and audience connection. By the end of the session, attendees will have actionable strategies to align language with organizational goals, leading to stronger advocacy and engagement.
Designing Trust: Elevate Credibility Through Design
This session, led by Jasmine Patel, Forum One’s VP of Design, focuses on the vital role of design in establishing trust and credibility within social and civic organizations. Participants will learn how intentional design can build lasting relationships by understanding audience needs, conveying trust, and maintaining engagement through accessible and inclusive design strategies.
Aimed at digital leaders, communications directors, senior designers, and strategists, this session offers insights into using design to enhance credibility and foster genuine connections. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to align design efforts with their organization’s mission and values, ultimately creating trustworthy digital experiences.