Looking Ahead: Research Pathways From the Oxford Oath
1 October 2025
On 22 and 23 September 2025, the Oxford Collaboration on Theology and Artificial Intelligence (OCTAI) convened its third major workshop: The Oxford Oath. Scholars, theologians, policymakers, technologists, and practitioners gathered to consider how a theologically grounded professional oath might guide those working at the frontiers of artificial intelligence.
The workshop was not only about drafting words; it was about envisioning how commitments can shape culture, practice, and accountability in the age of AI. As discussions unfolded, several avenues for future research came into focus.
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The Way Forward
The Oxford Oath Workshop was a beginning, not a conclusion. By drawing on theology, philosophy, law, social science, and computer science, the conversation highlighted the unique contribution that a theologically informed oath can bring to the global AI ethics landscape.
The next phase must be one of collaboration: turning the workshop’s insights into research projects, pilot programs, and practical frameworks that ensure commitments of integrity move beyond aspiration to action.
