Why stories matter
Laws change when real people share real experiences. The strongest evidence we can present to federal agencies, policymakers, and institutions is not a legal brief — it is the voice of someone who depends on AI to understand the world around them.
Every story shared with AI Access Alliance helps us:
- Document the need — showing that real people in real settings depend on AI comprehension tools
- Identify barriers — understanding where and how institutions are blocking access
- Build the case — providing evidence for agency guidance and legal arguments
- Change hearts and minds — putting a human face on a policy issue
"Imagine you can't understand your own medical diagnosis — and the tool that could help you is blocked. That's not hypothetical. That's happening now."
Questions to get you started
You don't have to answer all of these. Share whatever feels right. Even a few sentences can make a difference.
What AI tool do you use, and what do you use it for?
What kind of document or information were you trying to understand?
Have you ever been blocked from using AI to understand something important? What happened?
How has AI changed your ability to understand information that affects your life?
What would happen if you lost access to this tool?
Is there anything you want policymakers or institutions to know about your experience?