ILSS
The ILSS Digital Transformation for Social Impact Program is a blended, 10-week program equipping social leaders with the knowledge and tools to harness the power of technology. By integrating these technologies, they are better prepared to make data-driven decisions, increase transparency, and ultimately create more sustainable, impactful organizations.
With industry experts, participants learn about topics which cover the entire cycle of digital transformation. This includes areas like design thinking, leveraging data and AI to improve service delivery, data security, budgeting and vendor management and several others. The course showcases the relevance of tech in driving meaningful impact through detailed case study presentations. A key feature of the program is individual mentorship across the 10 weeks which will help each organisation to work on their specific goals.
Highlights
- 10-week blended program with in-person sessions to encourage networking
- Industry experts contributed towards building the course
- 14 NGOs from diverse backgrounds and at different stages of their tech journey
- Detailed case study presentations from other NGOs who have successfully implemented technology.
- Individual mentorship for each organisation to help them define goals and move forward on this journey
State of the Sector Report on Digital Transformation for Nonprofits in India
The State of the Sector Report on Digital Transformation for Nonprofits in India was conducted by ILSS, supported by the Koita Foundation, between December 2023 and March 2024. The report aimed to understand the digital transformation needs of nonprofits in India, identifying the barriers they face and opportunities available. 40 nonprofit organizations and 15 experts were interviewed to gather insights into their technology journeys. The report explores challenges such as limited tech budgets, low digital literacy, data management struggles, and resistance to change within organizations.
The findings emphasize the need for a holistic capacity-building program to address these challenges. Key statistics include 67.5% of nonprofits having tech/data teams, but 65% citing a lack of skilled personnel as a major barrier to effectively utilizing data. Additionally, 90% of nonprofits expressed the need for more technology support. Recommendations include fostering leadership buy-in, improving digital literacy through training, and adopting a collaborative approach to technology integration. Embracing human-centered design, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and developing a sustainable digital transformation roadmap were also critical takeaways.
India Leaders for Social Sector
India Leaders for Social Sector (ILSS), established in 2017, builds leadership capacity in India’s social sector. Incubated by Central Square Foundation, ILSS offers programs like the flagship Leadership Program, Fundraising Program, and Board Governance Program, empowering leaders with skills to tackle complex social challenges. Their programs target diverse areas such as digital transformation, board leadership, and fundraising. ILSS also supports women and young leaders in advancing their roles within the sector, fostering innovation, sustainability, and collaboration to achieve large-scale social impact.