AI and Ethics in Employment: Avoiding Discrimination and Achieving the Promises of a More-Equitable Society

In today’s world, new AI systems are increasingly being used to decide who gets hired, the quality of medical treatment we receive, and whether we become a suspect in a police investigation. While these tools show great promise, they can also harm people and threaten civil rights. Unchecked, unregulated, and, at times, unwanted, AI systems can amplify racism, sexism, ableism, and other forms of discrimination. 

What ROLE does AI play in the employment cycle, and how can the Public and Private sectors work together to ensure that these new technologies are used ethically to achieve the promise of a more equitable society?