Gender Shades Project

The Gender Shades Project is an initiative that examines how artificial intelligence, particularly facial recognition technologies, affects different genders and skin tones. Researchers found that these systems perform less accurately for women and individuals with darker skin, highlighting biases in AI training data. By analyzing various commercial algorithms, the project aims to raise awareness about these disparities and promote fairness in AI development. Ultimately, it advocates for more inclusive data practices to ensure that technology serves everyone equally, regardless of gender or ethnicity.