Fairness Metrics

Fairness metrics are tools used to evaluate how equitable a system, especially one involving algorithms or decision-making processes, is. They assess whether outcomes are biased against certain groups based on attributes like race, gender, or age. For example, if an algorithm used for hiring favors one group over others, fairness metrics can highlight this bias. By analyzing these metrics, we can work towards creating fairer systems that treat all individuals fairly and equitably, ensuring that decisions are not unjustly influenced by irrelevant factors.