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How To Give Everyday People A Say In AI Governance

Tech leaders keep saying “we” must decide AI’s future. Here’s an actual plan to include the public.

How To Give Everyday People A Say In AI Governance

TL;DR

  • Experts and tech leaders are urging action on AI's future but are not including the public in decision-making.
  • A proposed three-tier plan involves an initial global online consultation using AI platforms, followed by human-facilitated online deliberations, and culminating in citizens' assemblies.
  • This approach aims to create a global AI constitution that reflects public will, addressing concerns about AI's impact on jobs, control, and societal values.
  • The plan calls for collaboration between tech companies, governments, and international bodies to implement this inclusive governance model.
  • While challenging, this method offers a democratic pathway to navigate AI's development and ensure it benefits society broadly.