What are some real-life examples of bias?

What are some real-life examples of bias?

Bias can manifest in various ways, such as racial bias in hiring practices, gender bias in promotions, or confirmation bias in decision-making.

Can you give me a specific example of racial bias?

Sure! One example is the study that showed resumes with traditionally 'white-sounding' names received more callbacks than those with 'Black-sounding' names, despite having identical qualifications.

What about gender bias in the workplace?

Gender bias often appears in performance evaluations, where women may receive less favorable reviews compared to their male counterparts for similar work.

How can we reduce bias in these situations?

To reduce bias, organizations can implement blind recruitment processes, provide bias training, and promote diversity in leadership roles.