Understanding Algorithmic Bias and Inclusion

What term does Joy use to describe algorithmic bias?

• Algorithmic fairness

• The unseen force

• Digital discrimination

• The coded gaze

Why did Joy wear a white mask in front of the computer?

• For a digital art project

• To test facial recognition software

• For a Halloween costume

• To protect her identity

Where did Joy first encounter issues with facial recognition?

• During an entrepreneurship competition

• At Georgia Tech

• In Hong Kong

• At the MIT Media Lab

What is the main problem with training sets in machine learning according to Joy?

• They are not diverse enough

• They are too large

• They are outdated

• They are too expensive to create

What does Joy propose to combat algorithmic bias?

• Banning facial recognition

• Creating more inclusive training sets

• Stopping the use of machine learning

• Only using human judgment

What movement did Joy launch to fight algorithmic bias?

• The Inclusive Coding Coalition

• The Algorithmic Justice League

• The Fair Code Initiative

• The Digital Equality Movement

What can people do on codedgaze.com?

• Learn coding

• Report bias and request audits

• Buy facial recognition software

• Download training sets

What does Joy believe is important for creating more inclusive code?

• More funding for research

• Advanced algorithms

• Diverse coding teams

• Government regulation

What example does Joy give of algorithmic bias leading to discriminatory practices?

• Online shopping prices

• Facial recognition by police departments

• Search engine results

• Social media algorithms

What does Joy ask the audience at the end of her talk?

• To read her book

• To join her in the fight against algorithmic bias

• To share their stories of bias

• For donations