# Stakeholder Recruitment Emails - Real-World Pilot
## AI-Led Pluralistic Deliberation Study

**Document Type:** Email Templates for Participant Recruitment
**Project:** Tractatus Pluralistic Deliberation Pilot
**Status:** Ready to customize and send
**Date:** October 17, 2025

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## Table of Contents

1. [Email Template A: Community Organizations](#email-template-a-community-organizations)
2. [Email Template B: Individual Stakeholders (Cold Outreach)](#email-template-b-individual-stakeholders-cold-outreach)
3. [Email Template C: Academic/Professional Networks](#email-template-c-academicprofessional-networks)
4. [Email Template D: Follow-Up Email (After Initial Interest)](#email-template-d-follow-up-email-after-initial-interest)
5. [Email Template E: Confirmation Email (Participation Confirmed)](#email-template-e-confirmation-email-participation-confirmed)
6. [Social Media Post Templates](#social-media-post-templates)
7. [Recruitment Flyer (Text Version)](#recruitment-flyer-text-version)

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## Email Template A: Community Organizations

**Use for:** Initial outreach to community groups, nonprofits, advocacy organizations

**Subject Line Options:**
- "Research Invitation: AI-Assisted Community Deliberation Pilot"
- "Help Shape Democratic Innovation: Participant Recruitment for Deliberation Study"
- "Invitation: Test New Approach to Community Decision-Making"

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**Email Body:**

Dear [Organization Name] / [Contact Name],

My name is [Your Name], and I'm the Project Lead for **Tractatus**, a research initiative exploring new ways to make community decisions that respect diverse values and perspectives.

**Why I'm reaching out:**

We're recruiting participants for a pilot study on **AI-assisted pluralistic deliberation**—a process designed to honor conflicting values simultaneously rather than force everyone to agree. We believe your [organization type: community, members, constituents] would bring essential perspectives to this research.

**What is pluralistic deliberation?**

Traditional deliberation seeks consensus: everyone talks until they agree. But what if people hold fundamentally different values that can't be reconciled? Pluralistic deliberation seeks **accommodation**—designing solutions that respect multiple values at once, even when people still disagree.

**Example:** In our simulation, stakeholders with opposing views on algorithmic hiring transparency (job applicants wanting full disclosure vs. employers protecting trade secrets) found a framework that honored both fairness AND innovation. No one compromised their core values, but all found their concerns addressed.

**The AI's role:**

An AI system facilitates the discussion (asking questions, summarizing positions, suggesting accommodation options) while a trained human observer monitors for bias and can intervene at any time. Participants can request human facilitation whenever they wish.

**We're testing:** Do people trust AI facilitation? Does it work as well as human facilitation? Is pluralistic accommodation viable in real-world contexts?

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**PILOT STUDY DETAILS**

**Scenario:** [Community park redesign / Local budget allocation / Other low-stakes scenario]

**Participants needed:** 6 people representing diverse perspectives
- [Stakeholder Type 1]: [Description]
- [Stakeholder Type 2]: [Description]
- [Stakeholder Type 3]: [Description]
- [Stakeholder Type 4]: [Description]
- [Stakeholder Type 5]: [Description]
- [Stakeholder Type 6]: [Description]

**Time commitment:**
- **Week 1 (Session 1):** 2 hours (Rounds 1-2: Position statements + Shared values)
- **Week 2 (Session 2):** 2 hours (Rounds 3-4: Accommodation + Outcome)
- **Post-deliberation:** 15-minute survey
- **Total:** ~4.5 hours over 2 weeks

**Compensation:** [$50-100 stipend per participant / Volunteer (no compensation) / Gift card]

**Format:** Virtual (Zoom or similar) - participate from anywhere

**Timeline:** [Month/Year - specific dates TBD based on participant availability]

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**YOUR SAFETY MATTERS**

- ✅ Trained human observer present at all times
- ✅ You can request human facilitation anytime (no questions asked)
- ✅ You can pause, take breaks, or withdraw at any time
- ✅ All actions are logged and transparent (you'll see a full report afterward)
- ✅ Your identity will be pseudonymized unless you opt into public attribution

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**HOW YOUR ORGANIZATION CAN HELP**

1. **Share this opportunity** with your [members/community/network]
2. **Nominate participants** who represent [relevant perspective]
3. **Co-sponsor the pilot** (if interested in partnership)

**Next steps:**

If you're interested or know someone who might be, please reply to this email or contact me at:
- **Email:** [Your Email]
- **Phone:** [Your Phone]

I'm happy to answer questions, provide more details, or set up a call to discuss.

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**Why this research matters:**

AI is increasingly involved in decision-making, but we don't yet know if people trust AI facilitation or if it respects diverse values. This research will inform how AI should (or shouldn't) be used in democratic processes.

**Your community's participation could shape the future of democratic innovation.**

Thank you for considering this invitation. I look forward to hearing from you.

Warm regards,

[Your Name]
[Title, Tractatus Project Lead]
[Email]
[Phone]
[Website/Project Link]

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**P.S.** All research findings will be published openly and shared with participants. You'll see exactly what the AI did, how the human observer monitored the process, and what outcome emerged.

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## Email Template B: Individual Stakeholders (Cold Outreach)

**Use for:** Direct outreach to individuals identified as potential participants

**Subject Line Options:**
- "Invitation: Participate in AI-Assisted Deliberation Research"
- "Your Perspective Needed: Community Decision-Making Study"
- "Research Opportunity: Test New Democratic Process (4 hours, $[X] stipend)"

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**Email Body:**

Dear [First Name],

My name is [Your Name], and I'm reaching out because [how you found them: I saw your work on [topic] / [Mutual contact] suggested you / You were recommended by [organization]].

I'm leading a research pilot on **AI-assisted deliberation**—a new way to make community decisions that honors diverse perspectives without forcing consensus. **I'd love for you to participate.**

**What you'd do:**

Join a 6-person deliberation on [scenario: community park redesign / local budget allocation / etc.]. You'd represent the perspective of [stakeholder type: residents / small business owners / environmental advocates / etc.].

**The process:**
- **Week 1 (2 hours):** Share your position, discover common ground with others
- **Week 2 (2 hours):** Explore accommodation options, document outcome
- **After:** 15-minute feedback survey

**What makes this different:**

An AI facilitator leads the discussion (asking questions, summarizing), but a trained human observer watches for any problems and can take over anytime. **You're in control**—you can request human facilitation whenever you want.

We're testing: Do people trust this? Does it work? Is it better, worse, or the same as human facilitation?

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**DETAILS**

- **When:** [Month/dates - TBD based on your availability]
- **Where:** Virtual (Zoom) - join from home
- **Compensation:** [$50-100 stipend / Volunteer opportunity / Gift card]
- **Your safety:** Human observer present at all times, you can pause/withdraw anytime
- **Privacy:** Your identity will be pseudonymized unless you choose public attribution

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**WHY YOUR PERSPECTIVE MATTERS**

We need [stakeholder type description] voices in this deliberation. Without you, the outcome would miss [key value/concern they likely hold].

You won't be asked to compromise your values. Pluralistic deliberation seeks to honor multiple perspectives simultaneously, even when people disagree.

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**INTERESTED?**

Reply to this email or contact me:
- **Email:** [Your Email]
- **Phone:** [Your Phone]

I'm happy to answer questions or set up a brief call to discuss.

**Not interested but know someone who might be?** Please feel free to forward this invitation.

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Thank you for considering this opportunity. Your participation would directly shape research on AI and democratic processes.

Best regards,

[Your Name]
[Title, Tractatus Project Lead]
[Email]
[Phone]

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## Email Template C: Academic/Professional Networks

**Use for:** Listservs, professional associations, university networks

**Subject Line Options:**
- "Call for Participants: AI-Facilitated Deliberation Study"
- "Research Opportunity: Pluralistic Accommodation Pilot (4 hours, compensated)"
- "Seeking Diverse Stakeholders for Democratic Innovation Research"

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**Email Body:**

Subject: Call for Participants - AI-Assisted Deliberation Research Pilot

Dear [Network Name] Community,

I'm [Your Name], [your affiliation], and I'm conducting a research pilot on **AI-facilitated pluralistic deliberation**. I'm seeking 6 participants with diverse perspectives to test a new approach to community decision-making.

**Research Question:**

Can AI facilitation support pluralistic accommodation (honoring multiple conflicting values simultaneously) while maintaining stakeholder trust and safety?

**Study Design:**

- **Scenario:** [Community park redesign / Local budget allocation / Other low-stakes scenario]
- **Participants:** 6 stakeholders representing diverse perspectives [list stakeholder types]
- **Format:** 2 virtual sessions (2 hours each) over 2 weeks
- **Facilitation:** AI-led with trained human observer oversight
- **Safety:** Participants can request human facilitation anytime; all actions logged transparently
- **Compensation:** [$X stipend / Volunteer / Gift card]

**What makes this novel:**

Most deliberation research focuses on consensus-seeking with human facilitators. This study tests:
1. AI facilitation with mandatory human oversight (3-layer safety architecture)
2. Pluralistic accommodation (respecting dissent, not forcing agreement)
3. Real-time moral framework tracking (deontological, consequentialist, etc.)

**Preliminary Results:**

Our simulation (6 stakeholder personas, 4-round deliberation) achieved:
- 0% corrective intervention rate (AI maintained neutrality throughout)
- 0 pattern bias incidents (safety mechanisms effective)
- Pluralistic accommodation reached (all moral frameworks respected)

**Now we need to test with real human participants.**

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**PARTICIPANT CRITERIA**

We're seeking stakeholders who:
- Hold a clear position on [scenario topic]
- Can articulate their values and moral framework
- Are willing to engage respectfully across disagreement
- Are comfortable with AI facilitation (with human oversight)

**Ideal diversity:** Different ages, backgrounds, political views, professional roles, lived experiences

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**HOW TO PARTICIPATE**

If you're interested or know someone who would be a good fit, please contact:

**[Your Name]**
**Email:** [Your Email]
**Phone:** [Your Phone]

**Timeline:** Recruitment closes [date]. Deliberations scheduled for [month/date range].

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**RESEARCH OUTPUT**

All findings will be published openly:
- Outcome document (what accommodation was reached)
- Transparency report (all AI and human actions logged)
- Research paper (submitted to FAccT, AIES, or similar venue)

Participants will receive:
- Copy of outcome document and transparency report
- Summary of research findings
- Public acknowledgment (optional; can remain pseudonymous)

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**IRB APPROVAL:** [If applicable: This study has been reviewed and approved by [University] IRB, Protocol #[number]]

**QUESTIONS?** Contact [Your Name] at [Email].

Thank you for your consideration and for sharing this opportunity with your networks.

[Your Name]
[Title, Affiliation]
[Tractatus Project Lead]
[Email] | [Phone] | [Website]

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## Email Template D: Follow-Up Email (After Initial Interest)

**Use for:** Following up with individuals who expressed interest

**Subject Line:** "Next Steps: AI-Assisted Deliberation Pilot Participation"

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**Email Body:**

Dear [First Name],

Thank you so much for your interest in participating in our AI-assisted deliberation pilot!

I wanted to follow up with more details and next steps.

**QUICK RECAP**

- **What:** 6-person deliberation on [scenario]
- **Your role:** Represent [stakeholder type] perspective
- **When:** 2 sessions (2 hours each) over 2 weeks - [tentative dates]
- **Format:** Virtual (Zoom)
- **Compensation:** [$X stipend]

**NEXT STEPS**

**1. Confirm your availability**

Please let me know if these dates work for you:
- **Session 1 (Week 1):** [Date/time options]
- **Session 2 (Week 2):** [Date/time options]

If none work, please suggest alternative times. I'm scheduling around all 6 participants' availability.

**2. Review consent form (attached)**

I've attached the informed consent form. Please review and let me know if you have questions. You'll sign this before the first session, but I want you to see it now so you understand:
- What you're agreeing to
- Your rights (pause, withdraw, request human facilitation anytime)
- How your data will be used (pseudonymized unless you opt into attribution)
- Privacy and confidentiality

**3. Receive background packet (coming soon)**

Before Session 1, I'll send you:
- Background on [scenario] (so everyone has context)
- Your stakeholder profile (the perspective you're asked to represent)
- Ground rules for deliberation
- Information about how AI facilitation works

You don't need to prepare anything beyond reading these materials.

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**WHAT TO EXPECT**

**Session 1 (Week 1 - 2 hours):**
- Round 1: Position statements (you'll share your perspective)
- Round 2: Shared values discovery (finding common ground)
- AI facilitator will ask questions, summarize, track themes
- Human observer will monitor for any issues

**Session 2 (Week 2 - 2 hours):**
- Round 3: Accommodation exploration (testing multi-value solutions)
- Round 4: Outcome documentation (finalizing the framework)
- AI facilitator will map accommodation options
- You'll assess which options honor your values

**After Session 2:**
- Post-deliberation survey (15 minutes) - your feedback on AI facilitation
- You'll receive: Outcome document, transparency report, research findings

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**QUESTIONS I OFTEN GET**

**Q: What if I don't like AI facilitation?**
A: You can request human facilitation at any time, no questions asked. The human observer will immediately take over.

**Q: What if I disagree with the outcome?**
A: That's completely okay! Pluralistic deliberation respects dissent. If you disagree, we'll document your dissenting perspective as legitimate.

**Q: Can I withdraw if I'm uncomfortable?**
A: Yes, absolutely. You can pause, take breaks, or withdraw at any time.

**Q: Will my name be public?**
A: Only if you want it to be. By default, you'll be pseudonymized (e.g., "Resident Representative A"). You can opt into public attribution if you wish.

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**NEXT FROM ME**

Once I hear back from all 6 participants, I'll:
1. Confirm final dates/times
2. Send consent forms for signature
3. Send background packet (1 week before Session 1)
4. Send Zoom link and tech check instructions

**Please reply by [date] to confirm your availability and let me know if you have any questions.**

Thank you again for your willingness to participate. Your perspective is essential to this research.

Best regards,

[Your Name]
[Title, Tractatus Project Lead]
[Email]
[Phone]

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## Email Template E: Confirmation Email (Participation Confirmed)

**Use for:** Final confirmation after all logistics settled

**Subject Line:** "Confirmed: AI-Assisted Deliberation Pilot - [Date] & [Date]"

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**Email Body:**

Dear [First Name],

**You're all set!** Thank you for confirming your participation in our AI-assisted deliberation pilot.

**YOUR PARTICIPATION DETAILS**

- **Session 1:** [Day, Date, Time, Time Zone]
- **Session 2:** [Day, Date, Time, Time Zone]
- **Zoom Link:** [Link] (same link for both sessions)
- **Compensation:** [$X stipend, paid via [Venmo/PayPal/Check] within 1 week of Session 2 completion]

**BEFORE SESSION 1 (Due by [Date])**

Please complete these two tasks:

✅ **1. Sign consent form (attached)**
- Review carefully (your rights, data use, privacy)
- Sign and return to me by [date]

✅ **2. Read background packet (attached)**
- Background on [scenario]
- Your stakeholder profile (the perspective you're representing)
- Ground rules for deliberation
- How AI facilitation works

**Estimated reading time:** 20-30 minutes

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**SESSION 1 PREPARATION**

**Tech Check:**
- Please join the Zoom link 5 minutes early to test audio/video
- Use a quiet space with minimal distractions
- Headphones recommended (reduces background noise)

**What to bring:**
- Your thoughts on [scenario] from your stakeholder perspective
- Openness to hearing diverse viewpoints
- Willingness to explore accommodation (even if you disagree)

**What NOT to bring:**
- You don't need to prepare a speech or slides
- You don't need to research beyond the background packet
- You don't need to compromise your values

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**WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH SESSION**

**Session 1 (2 hours):**
- Introductions and ground rules (10 min)
- Round 1: Position statements - each participant shares their view (60 min)
- Round 2: Shared values discovery - finding common ground (45 min)
- Break (5 min between rounds)

**Session 2 (2 hours):**
- Recap from Session 1 (5 min)
- Round 3: Accommodation exploration - testing multi-value solutions (60 min)
- Round 4: Outcome documentation - finalizing framework and documenting dissent (45 min)
- Closing and next steps (10 min)

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**REMEMBER: YOU'RE IN CONTROL**

- ✅ You can request human facilitation anytime (AI stops, human takes over)
- ✅ You can pause or take breaks whenever needed
- ✅ You can withdraw at any time (compensation prorated)
- ✅ You can disagree with the outcome (dissent is documented as legitimate)

**The human observer is there to ensure your safety and comfort.**

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**AFTER THE DELIBERATION**

Within 1 week of Session 2:
1. **Post-deliberation survey** (emailed to you, 15 minutes)
2. **Compensation** sent via [payment method]

Within 2-3 weeks:
3. **Outcome document** (what accommodation was reached, your sign-off)
4. **Transparency report** (all AI and human actions logged)

Within 2-3 months:
5. **Research findings summary** (stakeholder feedback, analysis, next steps)

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**QUESTIONS?**

Contact me anytime:
- **Email:** [Your Email]
- **Phone:** [Your Phone] (call/text)
- **Office hours:** [If applicable: Tuesday/Thursday 2-4pm for drop-in questions]

**I'll send a reminder email 2 days before Session 1 with the Zoom link and key details.**

Thank you for contributing to this research. Your perspective matters, and I'm excited to see what accommodation emerges.

Warm regards,

[Your Name]
[Title, Tractatus Project Lead]
[Email]
[Phone]

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## Social Media Post Templates

### LinkedIn Post

```
🔬 RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED 🔬

I'm recruiting 6 participants for a pilot study on AI-assisted pluralistic deliberation—a new approach to community decision-making that respects diverse values without forcing consensus.

📋 WHAT: 6-person deliberation on [scenario]
⏱ TIME: 4 hours over 2 weeks (virtual)
💰 COMPENSATION: [$X stipend]
🛡 SAFETY: Human observer oversight, right to withdraw anytime

🎯 SEEKING diverse perspectives:
- [Stakeholder type 1]
- [Stakeholder type 2]
- [Stakeholder type 3]
- [etc.]

🔍 WHY IT MATTERS: This research will inform how AI should (or shouldn't) be used in democratic processes.

Interested? DM me or email [your email].

Know someone who'd be great? Tag them below!

#DemocraticInnovation #AIEthics #CivicEngagement #ResearchParticipants
```

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### Twitter/X Post

```
🧪 RESEARCH CALL: Testing AI-facilitated deliberation (with human oversight)

Seeking 6 participants for pilot study on pluralistic accommodation—honoring multiple values simultaneously, even when people disagree.

⏱ 4 hours over 2 weeks (virtual)
💰 $[X] stipend
🛡 Safety protocols in place

Interested? [link] or DM me

#AIEthics #DemocraticInnovation
```

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### Facebook Post

```
RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED - HELP SHAPE DEMOCRATIC INNOVATION

I'm conducting a research pilot on AI-assisted deliberation—a new way to make community decisions that honors diverse perspectives without forcing everyone to agree.

WHAT YOU'D DO:
Join a 6-person deliberation on [community park design / local budget / etc.]. Share your perspective, explore common ground with others who disagree, and test whether multiple values can be honored simultaneously.

DETAILS:
⏱ 4 hours total (2 sessions over 2 weeks)
💻 Virtual (join from home)
💰 $[X] compensation
🛡 Human observer present at all times
🗣 You can request human facilitation anytime

WHO WE NEED:
- [Stakeholder type 1]: [description]
- [Stakeholder type 2]: [description]
- [Stakeholder type 3]: [description]
- [etc.]

WHY IT MATTERS:
AI is increasingly used in decision-making, but we don't know if people trust AI facilitation. This research will inform how AI should (or shouldn't) be used in democratic processes.

INTERESTED OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
Email me: [your email]
Or comment below!

Thank you for helping advance research on democratic innovation.

#CommunityEngagement #Research #DemocraticInnovation #LocalGovernance
```

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## Recruitment Flyer (Text Version)

**Convert to PDF/image for printing or posting**

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```
╔════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╗
║                                                            ║
║     RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED                          ║
║                                                            ║
║     AI-Assisted Community Deliberation Pilot              ║
║                                                            ║
╚════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╝

WHAT IS THIS?

A research study testing whether AI can help communities make
decisions that respect diverse values—without forcing consensus.

───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

WHAT YOU'D DO:

Join a 6-person deliberation on [scenario: park redesign,
budget allocation, etc.]. Share your perspective, explore
common ground, and test new democratic processes.

───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

DETAILS:

⏱  TIME: 4 hours over 2 weeks (2 sessions, 2 hours each)
💻  FORMAT: Virtual (Zoom) - join from home
💰  COMPENSATION: $[X] stipend [or: Volunteer opportunity]
🛡  SAFETY: Human observer present; you can request human
          facilitation anytime

───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

WHO WE NEED:

Diverse perspectives on [scenario]:
  □ [Stakeholder type 1]
  □ [Stakeholder type 2]
  □ [Stakeholder type 3]
  □ [Stakeholder type 4]
  □ [Stakeholder type 5]
  □ [Stakeholder type 6]

───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

WHY PARTICIPATE?

✓ Influence research on AI & democratic processes
✓ Experience cutting-edge deliberation methods
✓ Help your community explore new decision-making approaches
✓ Receive compensation for your time

───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

INTERESTED?

📧 Email: [your email]
📞 Phone: [your phone]
🌐 Website: [project website]

Deadline to apply: [date]

───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

              [Your Name], Project Lead
              Tractatus Pluralistic Deliberation Project
              [Affiliation]

───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────

[QR code linking to signup form or project website]

╔════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╗
║  "Democracy that respects diverse values"                  ║
╚════════════════════════════════════════════════════════════╝
```

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## Recruitment Email Best Practices

### Timing
- **Initial outreach:** 6-8 weeks before deliberation
- **Follow-up:** 3-4 weeks before deliberation
- **Confirmation:** 1-2 weeks before deliberation
- **Reminder:** 2 days before each session

### Personalization
- Use recipient's first name
- Reference how you found them (mutual contact, their work, organization)
- Explain why their specific perspective matters
- Acknowledge their expertise/lived experience

### Transparency
- Be clear about AI facilitation upfront (don't hide it)
- Emphasize human oversight and safety mechanisms
- Explain participant rights (pause, withdraw, request human facilitation)
- Provide examples of what AI will do vs. what human observer will do

### Accessibility
- Offer multiple contact methods (email, phone)
- Provide flexible scheduling options
- Accommodate time zones and availability
- Offer tech support for participants unfamiliar with Zoom

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## Sample Screening Questions (If Needed)

If you receive more interest than available slots, use these questions to select participants:

1. **How familiar are you with [scenario topic]?**
   - Very familiar (lived experience or professional expertise)
   - Somewhat familiar (aware of issues)
   - Not very familiar (but interested)

2. **What perspective would you bring to this deliberation?**
   - [Open text - assess diversity of viewpoints]

3. **Have you participated in deliberative processes before (town halls, community meetings, citizen assemblies)?**
   - Yes, frequently
   - Yes, occasionally
   - No, this would be my first time

4. **How comfortable are you with AI systems?**
   - Very comfortable (use AI tools regularly)
   - Somewhat comfortable (aware of AI)
   - Not very comfortable (prefer human interaction)

5. **Can you commit to both sessions?**
   - [Date 1]: Yes / No / Maybe
   - [Date 2]: Yes / No / Maybe

**Selection Criteria:**
- Maximize diversity of perspectives (viewpoint, demographics, lived experience)
- Prioritize those with relevant expertise or affected by the issue
- Balance AI comfort levels (don't select only AI enthusiasts or only skeptics)
- Ensure all can commit to both sessions

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**Document Version:** 1.0
**Date:** October 17, 2025
**Status:** Ready to customize and send
**Next Steps:** Customize with your specific scenario, dates, and contact information
