The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has released a technical assistance document intended to prevent artificial intelligence systems from discriminating against workers and job seekers.
The document aims to guide employers in complying with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 when using algorithmic decision-making tools to recruit, retain or promote employees, the EEOC said Thursday.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects job seekers and workers from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
The EEOC’s technical assistance document assesses the concept of adverse impact to ensure that AI and other automated systems does not lead to workplace discrimination.
“As employers increasingly turn to AI and other automated systems, they must ensure that the use of these technologies aligns with the civil rights laws and our national values of fairness, justice and equality,” said Charlotte Burrows, chair of EEOC.
