The European Commission has opened a call for applications to join the Advisory Forum under the EU AI Act. This new body will play a central role in shaping how the landmark regulation is implemented across the Union.

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A New Space for Collaborative AI Governance

Stakeholders from across civil society, academia, industry, SMEs, and startups are invited to apply. The goal is to bring together diverse voices and expertise to support the responsible and effective implementation of the AI Act.

The Advisory Forum will serve as a general advisory body to the Commission, providing independent technical expertise and structured feedback on implementation challenges, standardisation, and the evolving landscape of general-purpose AI.

It will work in parallel with the Scientific Panel, which advises the AI Office and, upon request, national market surveillance authorities.

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Key Details

  • Opening date: 17 July 2025
  • Deadline to apply: 14 September 2025
  • Term: Two years (renewable once)

The Commission emphasizes balanced representation, including gender equality, regional diversity, and a mix of commercial and non-commercial perspectives.

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Who Should Apply?

The call is open to individual experts from organisations with a proven track record in AI-related fields, including:

  • Law
  • Ethics
  • Research
  • Policy
  • Standardisation
  • Cybersecurity
  • Human rights
  • Practical AI deployment

Download the official call and terms of reference here:
https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/funding/european-commission-launches-call-applications-join-ai-act-advisory-forum

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