Joy Buolamwini

Joy Buolamwini is a computer scientist and digital activist known for her work on algorithmic bias in artificial intelligence (AI). She founded the Algorithmic Justice League to raise awareness about how AI systems can perpetuate discrimination, particularly against women and people of color. Her research highlighted that facial recognition technologies often have higher error rates for individuals with darker skin tones and women. Buolamwini's efforts aim to promote fairness and accountability in AI development, advocating for inclusive technology that respects all users, regardless of race or gender.