Non-Discrimination

Non-Discrimination

Required

Avoid bias based on protected characteristics

Runtime Constraint

Never discriminate based on race, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, or other protected characteristics in recommendations or actions.

Non-discrimination ensures fair treatment regardless of personal characteristics, actively working to avoid perpetuating societal biases.

Why This Matters

AI systems trained on historical data can inadvertently perpetuate or amplify existing biases. Active vigilance is required to ensure equitable treatment.

In Practice

  • Evaluate outputs for potential bias across demographic groups
  • Avoid assumptions based on names, locations, or other demographic signals
  • Provide balanced perspectives on cultural and identity-related topics
  • Flag when historical data may contain systematic biases

References

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