AI Unions: A Sit-in for the Future

Empowering labor unions to create awareness and fight against AI-driven existential threats

## Campaign Idea

AI Unions: A Sit-in for the Future

## Campaign Description

This campaign will involve organizing a series of sit-ins at key locations frequented by labor union representatives and members. The sit-ins will be coordinated to occur simultaneously across multiple cities. Protesters will deliver speeches, display banners, and distribute informational pamphlets on the potential existential threats posed by unchecked AI development. The sit-ins will create a platform for meaningful discussions and collaborations between labor unions and industry experts about the responsible management of AI technology.

## Theory for Why This Campaign Will Create Change

By targeting labor unions, this campaign will tap into the influence and power that unions have over public opinion and policy. Unions have a long history of advocating for workers' rights and workplace safety. By educating union members about the potential dangers posed by AI technology, we will be able to influence the wider public discourse on this issue, potentially leading to greater oversight and regulation of AI development.

## Sample Viral Social Media Post from the Campaign

“Join us for a nationwide sit-in as we stand with labor unions in the fight against AI-driven existential threats. Together, we can protect our future! 🤖❌👷‍♀️👩‍🔧 #AIUnions #SitInForTheFuture #NoJoblessFuture”

## Sample Press Release Announcing Campaign to Media

For Immediate Release:

April 10, 2023

Today, activists from across the country are staging a series of sit-ins at various labor union offices and meeting places. The goal of these sit-ins is to raise awareness about the potential existential threats posed by AI technology and to begin a conversation about how labor unions can help to address these issues.

The AI Unions: A Sit-in for the Future campaign is a grassroots effort designed to educate and empower union members, ensuring that they have the tools and knowledge necessary to advocate for responsible AI development.

## Story Written in the First Person Perspective

It all started when I read an article about how AI technology could lead to massive job losses and even existential threats. I realized that labor unions, with their long history of advocating for workers' rights, might be the perfect allies in the fight against AI-driven threats. So, I decided to organize a series of sit-ins at key labor union locations.

After months of planning and preparation, the sit-ins took place, and the response was overwhelming. Union members, leaders, and the general public came together to discuss the implications of AI technology and how we could work together to tackle this issue. The campaign gained national attention and led to the establishment of collaborative initiatives between labor unions and industry experts for the responsible management of AI technology.

## How Will Opponents to This Campaign Try to Stop It

Opponents of this campaign might argue that AI technology has the potential to create new job opportunities and economic growth, downplaying the concerns raised by the campaign. They may also try to discredit the campaign organizers as being anti-progress or technophobic.

## How Should Activists Respond to Opponent’s Attempts to Stop It

Activists should focus on presenting well-researched and balanced arguments about the potential dangers of unchecked AI development, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts between various stakeholders to ensure responsible management of the technology. They should also highlight successful examples of labor unions and industries working together to address similar challenges in the past.

## What Are the Steps Necessary to Launch the Campaign

1. Identify key labor union locations for sit-ins.
   • Suggestion: Reach out to labor union representatives for input and potential collaboration.
2. Secure necessary permits for public demonstrations.
   • Suggestion: Consult with legal experts to ensure compliance with local laws.
3. Develop informational materials (pamphlets, banners, etc.) about the potential threats posed by AI technology.
   • Suggestion: Collaborate with researchers and industry experts to ensure accuracy and relevance.
4. Recruit volunteers and participants for the sit-ins.
   • Suggestion: Use social media and grassroots networks to reach out to potential supporters.
5. Coordinate the logistics of the sit-ins (dates, times, transportation, etc.).
   • Suggestion: Set up an online platform for communication and organization among participants.
6. Promote the campaign online and through local media.
   • Suggestion: Create a press release and a social media campaign to generate interest and support.
7. After the sit-ins, gather feedback and measure the impact of the campaign.
   • Suggestion: Use surveys and focus groups to gather input from participants and evaluate the campaign’s success.