This is an intro to the episode with Sacha Alanoca

This story introduces "Citizen Collect," a virtual reality platform used in Japan to engage citizens directly in policy-making through immersive VR games that simulate complex ethical scenarios.

This innovative approach has skyrocketed political engagement rates, transforming traditional democratic participation and leveraging AI to synthesize public opinion into actionable policy measures, specifically around the use of facial recognition technology and AI in consumer pricing and mental health accommodations in educational settings.

This episode explores how such technologies might redefine civic engagement and democracy, reflecting on the balance between technological potential and ethical governance.

Tune into the full episode to delve deeper into these themes with insights from AI governance expert, Sacha Alanoca.

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