WGG: Inspiration Session: How I'm fighting bias in algorithms | Joy Buolamwini

The next Monthly Inspiration Session where all GumGummers are encouraged to join in is here - and this one is closely linked to machine learning (AI - hello GG!)

For this session, we’ll watch a 6min TedTalk on How I'm fighting bias in algorithms with Joy Buolamwini.

MIT grad student Joy Buolamwini was working with facial analysis software when she noticed a problem: the software didn't detect her face -- because the people who coded the algorithm hadn't taught it to identify a broad range of skin tones and facial structures. Now she's on a mission to fight bias in machine learning, a phenomenon she calls the "coded gaze." It's an eye-opening talk about the need for accountability in coding ... as algorithms take over more and more aspects of our lives.

Joy Buolamwini's research helped persuade Amazon, IBM, and Microsoft to put a hold on facial recognition technology. Through her nonprofit Algorithmic Justice League, she's now battling AI bias in other realms.

For those newer to GumGum, these sessions are an opportunity for us to slow down, listen to an inspiring podcast or TedTalk, and (optional) open up to a round table discussion on what we've just watched.

Bring your coffee, lunch, etc., and let's get inspired!

- WGG