What Drives Experts to Tackle the World’s Toughest Challenges with AI?

At AI for Changemakers (AI4C), we bring together some of the world’s leading AI and technology experts to harness the power of innovation for social good. These are individuals deeply committed to using their skills to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges, particularly in underserved communities. But what inspires these top professionals to engage with AI4C? We Asked our bootcamp lecturers to share their views.

Meet the Experts

Elizabeth Njoroge

Elizabeth is a visionary leader in digital transformation and a trained Ethical AI advocate. She’s an International ICT Business Partner at Christian Aid and co-chairs the NetHope ICT4D working group. Elizabeth has a deep commitment to closing the tech gap for women and girls in underserved communities.

Tom Vazdar

Tom is a cybersecurity and AI expert and the founder of Riskoria Advising & Professional Services LLC. He specializes in AI integration and digital protection, with a passion for using these technologies to solve societal issues. Tom is also a mentor for emerging AI professionals.

Why They’re Involved in AI4C

Elizabeth Njoroge

What does being involved in a social impact project mean to you personally?

“Being involved in social impact projects allows me to give back, using my skills to create opportunities for others, especially those who are underserved. For me, it’s about empowering the next generation, particularly girls and young women, to gain access to technology that can change their lives. It’s incredibly fulfilling to know that the work I’m doing is helping build a more inclusive future.”

What excites you most about the workshop you’ll be leading?

“I’m really excited about addressing cultural and language barriers, biases, and ethical concerns in AI as they relate to NGOs. It’s important to understand how these factors can impact the solutions we develop. By helping NGOs navigate these issues, we ensure that AI is inclusive and truly serves the diverse communities we aim to help.”

Where do you see the biggest potential for AI in social good?

“The biggest potential lies in how AI can create scalable solutions that provide actionable insights, especially in sectors like healthcare, education, and disaster response. It allows nonprofits to optimize resources and decision-making in ways that were previously impossible. This scalability is what excites me the most.”

Tom Vazdar

What does being part of AI4C mean to you?

“It means aligning my expertise with a purpose greater than just business. I’ve always believed that technology can be used to bridge gaps in resources, and AI is one of the most powerful tools we have to do that. Working with AI4C lets me apply AI in ways that directly impact communities that need it most, and that’s something I find incredibly rewarding.”

What excites you about the workshop you’ll be leading?

“I’m looking forward to demystifying AI for nonprofits. Many organizations don’t realize how accessible AI can be and how practical it is for them. In my workshop, I’ll be helping teams prioritize AI projects, navigate tradeoffs, and implement ethical solutions that support their missions. Seeing that lightbulb moment, when they realize how AI can help their work—that’s what excites me.”

Where do you see AI having the most impact in social good?

“AI can be transformative in areas like healthcare, where it can reach underserved populations, or in disaster management, where it can help save lives by improving response times. The ability to deliver precise interventions to large-scale problems is where AI’s true potential lies in the social good space.”

Follow in Their Footsteps: Why You Should Join AI4C

Our mentors, like Elizabeth and Tom, are just a few examples of world-class experts who choose to dedicate their time to AI4C. They are driven by a deep desire to make a difference and apply their AI expertise to projects that matter most. Through AI4C, these experts are helping organizations worldwide tackle the most urgent challenges—from healthcare to education, from disaster response to economic opportunity.

AI4C offers a unique opportunity for tech professionals to work on projects with a real impact, collaborate with other leaders, and make lasting contributions to communities that need it most. As our mentors have shown, the rewards are not just professional—they’re personal.

Are you ready to join the movement and use your skills to make a difference? Follow the example of experts like Elizabeth and Tom and become part of AI4C’s growing network of changemakers.

Get involved today—help shape a future where AI truly serves everyone.