PauseAI Manchester

Building a local network in the North West to campaign for AI safety, host discussions, and support national actions.

Make your voice heard

What we're doing in Manchester

Public outreach, community discussion, and direct pressure on decision-makers.

Letters to MPs

Group emailing and letter-writing to put AI safety on our representatives' desks.

Public outreach

Flyering and putting up posters in town to engage with the public on AI risk.

Discussion groups & socials

Bringing people together to talk through the case for a pause and the future we want.

Events we've done

PauseAI Manchester Film Night

A screening of an AI x-risk video with popcorn and vegan snacks, followed by group conversation about how we respond to advanced AI.

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PauseAI x EA: Discussion Group

A friendly intro discussion on political solutions to existential risk from AI — covering whether pausing development and political action are effective strategies for reducing AI risk.

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PauseAI Manchester Coworking

Casual coworking sessions where members come together to work on outreach, write to MPs, plan campaigns, and chat about AI safety over coffee.

Link up with the chapter

Join the Manchester chat to connect with local organisers, or the UK chat for UK-wide events and campaigns. Want to learn more? Book a 1-on-1 chat.