Governing AI and the democratisation of governance

AI governance that is situated in data justice principles requires appropriate institutional governance arrangements as well as strategies addressing the socio-political-economic context of governance. In light of threats to civic agency and democracy in datafied societies, this shouldentail the systematic involvement of citizens and affected communities in debates and decisions over the governance of AI to make sure those who are affected by datafication have a voice in steering its future. From community action and social movement mobilisations to deliberative and participatory models such as citizen juries, civic initiatives have played an important role in influencing the norms, principles and policies of AI and data use. AI governance thus points us to the need for democratising governance itself and exploring a democratic perspective for life in the age of AI.