Diversity

AI systems might put gender equality, a fundamental right and value of the European Union, at risk. Any discrimination based on gender (or any other basis, such as age or race) is prohibited by EU anti-discriminatory laws. Nevertheless, gender-based discrimination still manages to work its way into the algorithms running our day-to-day lives. How can we eradicate gender bias in our AI systems? I attempt to explore the question.
Racism continues to pervade our supposedly progressive society. I’d like to explore the remnants of our past that continue to impact the experiences of many people today; while also considering how policies, legislation and accountability put together can help us overcome our unconscious biases.