Our Engagement Strategy: US, UK, EU, and UN

AI governance decisions made in the next three years will shape technology policy for decades to come. At The ReformAItion Institute, we're strategically positioning ourselves to influence policymakers in four critical jurisdictions: the United States, United Kingdom, European Union, and United Nations.

This isn't aspirational—it's a concrete roadmap with specific milestones, entry points, and policy windows that align with our Double Edged AI Study (2026-2028).

Why These Four Jurisdictions?

United States: Home to leading AI companies and the world's largest technology market. US policy decisions ripple globally and set de facto international standards.

United Kingdom: Post-Brexit, the UK is positioning itself as a global AI leader through its AI Safety Institute. British policy influences Commonwealth nations and serves as a bridge between US and EU approaches.

European Union: The EU AI Act represents the world's first comprehensive AI regulation. Its implementation (2026-2028) offers critical opportunities to shape governance frameworks.

United Nations: UN discussions on AI governance will influence international norms, particularly affecting developing nations most vulnerable to AI exploitation.

Together, these four spheres of influence reach nearly every nation on earth.

Year 1 (2026): Foundation and Relationships

Q1 2026: Launch and Initial Positioning

Double Edged AI Study Launch (January 2026)

• Public announcement with partner organizations (Gloo, Right Now Media, Church of England, Biola University)
• Media blitz: op-eds in Washington Post, Financial Times, Christianity Today
• Establish credibility as serious research initiative

Congressional Engagement (US)

• Identify and meet with key congressional staff on AI working groups
• Target: Senate Commerce Committee, House Science Committee, bipartisan AI caucuses
• Initial goal: 5-8 briefing meetings

Parliamentary Engagement (UK)

• Establish contact with All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) on AI and digital technology
• Meet with UK AI Safety Institute leadership
• Target: 3-5 initial meetings with MPs and advisors

Q2 2026: Working Group Formation

Policy Working Groups

• Convene theologians, ethicists, technologists, and policy experts
• Develop preliminary policy briefs on algorithmic bias, AI safety, data rights
• Create accessible frameworks for secular policymakers

EU Engagement

• Attend EU AI Act implementation hearings
• Meet with MEPs on Civil Liberties and Internal Market committees
• Build relationships with European Commission directorates

UN Initial Contact

• Identify key UN bodies discussing AI governance (UNESCO, ITU)
• Connect with faith-based UN representatives
• Attend UN AI for Good Summit

Q3-Q4 2026: Policy Brief Publication

Deliverables:

• 3-5 policy briefs on critical issues (bias, safety, labor, misinformation)
• Distributed to congressional offices, parliamentary staff, EU commission
• Media coverage positioning The ReformAItion Institute as faith community's voice on AI

Quarterly Briefings Begin:

• Establish recurring briefing sessions with US congressional staff
• UK APPG presentations
• EU Parliament engagements

Target Metrics for 2026:

• 10+ legislative briefings completed
• Advisory relationships established in all 4 jurisdictions
• Media presence in 5+ major publications
• Double Edged AI Study research underway

Year 2 (2027): Deep Engagement and Policy Influence

Q1 2027: Preliminary Study Findings

Research-to-Policy Pipeline

• Release preliminary findings from Double Edged AI Study
• Show empirical evidence for policy recommendations
• Academic credibility enhances political access

Legislative Testimony

• Testify before congressional committees (US)
• Provide written evidence to parliamentary inquiries (UK)
• Submit formal input to EU AI Act implementation proceedings

Q2-Q3 2027: Coalition Building

Faith-Based Coalition

• Partner with Catholic, mainline Protestant, Orthodox, and evangelical organizations
• United faith voice carries political weight
• Demonstrates broad support beyond single denominational perspective

Cross-Sector Partnerships

• Collaborate with secular human rights organizations
• Join technology policy coalitions
• Build bipartisan support by emphasizing human dignity over partisan talking points

White Paper Publication

• 5+ comprehensive white papers addressing:
  • Algorithmic bias and fairness
  • AI safety and alignment
  • Labor displacement and economic justice
  • Misinformation and democratic integrity
  • Autonomous weapons and surveillance

Q4 2027: Implementation Focus

EU AI Act Implementation

• Deep engagement with EU Commission working groups
• Input on technical standards and compliance frameworks
• Advocate for strong protections for vulnerable populations

UK AI Safety Institute

• Collaborate on safety evaluation frameworks
• Provide theological/ethical perspective on AI risk assessment
• Position The ReformAItion Institute as ongoing advisor

Target Metrics for 2027:

• 30+ legislative briefings and testimonies
• 5+ white papers published and cited
• Coalition partnerships with 5+ major faith organizations
• Regular quarterly engagement with all 4 jurisdictions
• Media presence expanded to 10+ major outlets

Year 3 (2028): Maximum Influence and Implementation

Q1 2028: Final Study Release

Double Edged AI Study Report (January 2028)

• Comprehensive, evidence-based research findings
• Policy recommendations backed by 3 years of rigorous research
• Global launch event with partner organizations
• Extensive media coverage

Momentum Multiplier

• Completed study provides authoritative foundation for all policy asks
• Positions The ReformAItion Institute as the expert voice on faith-informed AI ethics
• Academic citations and thought leadership platform

Q2-Q3 2028: Legislative Push

Formal Policy Submissions

• Submit detailed policy recommendations to US Congress
• Provide comprehensive input to UK Parliament
• File formal submissions to EU Commission
• Present to UN bodies (UNESCO, ITU)

Support Legislative Drafting

• Work directly with legislative staff drafting AI bills
• Provide model language grounded in our five principles
• Offer technical and ethical expertise during markup processes

Regulatory Rulemaking

• Participate in federal agency rulemaking (US)
• Input to UK regulatory frameworks
• Contribute to EU technical standards development

Q4 2028: Consolidation and Future Planning

Model Legislation Development

• Create template legislation for state/regional adoption
• Package resources for smaller jurisdictions
• Maximize impact beyond federal/international level

Case Studies and Impact Documentation

• Document policy wins and influence
• Publish case studies showing how faith-informed ethics shaped AI governance
• Demonstrate ROI for philanthropic investors

Sustainability Planning

• Establish ongoing advisory relationships
• Build endowment for continued operations
• Position for 2029+ sustained influence

Target Metrics for 2028:

• 10+ formal policy recommendations submitted to governments
• 50+ total legislative briefings completed (cumulative across 3 years)
• 100+ policymaker relationships established
• Model legislation adopted by 5+ jurisdictions
• Permanent advisory roles with key government bodies

Engagement Tactics: How We Build Influence

Congressional/Parliamentary Briefings

Format: 45-60 minute sessions with legislative staff, occasionally members Content: Accessible presentations on complex AI ethics issues Follow-up: Written materials, ongoing availability for questions Frequency: Quarterly with key offices, ad hoc as legislation moves

Policy Briefs and White Papers

Audience: Policymakers, not academics (though academically rigorous) Style: Executive summary + detailed analysis + specific recommendations Distribution: Direct to legislative offices, public release, media outreach Impact: Cited in legislative debates, hearings, and committee reports

Coalition Partnerships

Strategy: Unite faith voices across theological traditions Power: Faith communities represent massive constituencies politicians respect Approach: Focus on shared values (human dignity, justice) rather than theological differences

Media Presence

Vehicles: Op-eds, interviews, podcast appearances, conference keynotes Outlets: Washington Post, Financial Times, Atlantic, Christianity Today, Premier Christian Radio Purpose: Shape public discourse, reach policymakers through trusted news sources Frequency: Monthly high-profile placements

Academic Credibility

Foundation: Double Edged AI Study provides research legitimacy Partnerships: Collaborate with universities, think tanks, research institutions Publications: Peer-reviewed journals alongside policy briefs Impact: Policymakers take seriously those who publish rigorous research

Why This Approach Will Succeed

1. Timing: Policy Windows Are Open NOW

• US: 2026 midterm elections create urgency for AI legislation
• UK: AI Safety Institute expanding scope and seeking input
• EU: AI Act implementation requires detailed technical standards (2026-2028)
• UN: Active discussions on international AI governance frameworks

These windows won't stay open forever. We're entering at the optimal moment.

2. Unique Value Proposition

We offer something no other organization provides:

• Theological depth grounded in mainstream evangelical ethics
• Technical expertise understanding AI capabilities and limitations
• Policy fluency speaking policymakers' language
• Bipartisan appeal emphasizing human dignity over partisan divides
• Global perspective engaging across US, UK, EU, and UN

3. Existing Relationships and Credibility

We're not starting from zero:

• Established partner organizations (Gloo, Right Now Media, Church of England)
• Media relationships and publication track record
• Access to policy networks through existing connections
• Faith community's inherent political influence

4. Evidence-Based Advocacy

The Double Edged AI Study provides:

• Empirical foundation for policy recommendations
• Academic credibility
• Rigorously researched positions (not just theological assertions)
• Case studies and real-world examples

Policymakers take research-backed advocacy more seriously than philosophical arguments alone.

Measuring Success

We'll know this strategy succeeds when:

Direct Policy Influence:

• Our language appears in legislation
• Policymakers cite our research in hearings
• Government bodies request our input on regulations

Sustained Relationships:

• Regular invitations to brief legislative offices
• Ongoing advisory roles with regulatory agencies
• Inclusion in key policy convenings

Public Impact:

• Media coverage amplifying our message
• Other organizations citing our frameworks
• Academic research building on our work

Harm Reduction:

• AI policies enacted that protect vulnerable populations
• Demonstrable decrease in algorithmic bias and exploitation
• Stronger safety requirements preventing AI harms

Join Us

This is an ambitious agenda, but it's achievable. We're not trying to do everything—we're strategically focusing where we can have maximum impact over a defined three-year period.

Your support makes this work possible. Learn about investment opportunities or contact us to discuss how you can help shape AI governance for human flourishing.

The next three years will determine whether AI serves humanity or exploits it. We're working to ensure the Church's voice—and the values of human dignity, justice, and the common good—shape that future.

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About The ReformAItion Institute: We advance ethically aligned, theologically sound AI policy through rigorous research, strategic consultancy, and evidence-based policy development. Our work informs lawmakers in the US, UK, EU, and UN.

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