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Unconscious Bias : Is it time to Work on it ?
Unconscious Bias : Is it time to Work on it ?

March 29, 2023

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We keep talking about being unbiased, removing gender stereotypes, cultural stereotypes, racial stereotypes and many other discriminations which a person can face. But have we ever thought about our own perceptions our upbringing our backgrounds make us do certain things without we being aware that we are discriminating against someone. This is what is called as an Unconscious Bias. Unconscious bias refers to biases that we hold without being aware of them. These biases are usually the result of socialisation and cultural conditioning, and they can affect our attitudes and behaviour towards individuals or groups of people.

Unconscious biases can be based on a wide range of factors, including race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, and physical appearance. They can manifest in various ways, such as making assumptions, stereotypes, and judgments about people, and even affecting our decision-making processes.

Unconscious biases are problematic because they can lead to unfair treatment and discrimination, and they can also limit our ability to see people and situations objectively. It's important to recognise our own unconscious biases and work to overcome them to create a more equitable and inclusive world.
 
How can we remove Unconscious Bias from our systems ?
Removing unconscious bias from systems can be a complex process, but there are a few strategies that can be effective:

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Increase Awareness: The first step in addressing unconscious bias is to become aware of it. This can involve training programs, workshops, or other educational activities that help individuals recognise and understand their biases.

Evaluate and Revise Policies and Practices: It's important to evaluate policies and practices within the system to identify any areas where bias may be present. This can involve revising hiring practices, performance evaluation criteria, and other policies to ensure they are fair and equitable.

Use Data and Analytics: Collecting and analysing data can help identify any patterns or trends that suggest the presence of bias. By monitoring data and using it to inform decision-making, systems can reduce the impact of bias on their processes.

Encourage Diversity and Inclusion: Creating a culture that values diversity and inclusion can help reduce the impact of unconscious bias. This can involve initiatives such as mentoring programs, employee resource groups, and diversity training.

Hold Individuals Accountable: Systems can hold individuals accountable for their actions and decisions. This can involve setting clear expectations for behavior and implementing consequences for actions that are motivated by bias.

By implementing some of these strategies, systems can work to remove unconscious bias and create a more equitable and inclusive environment. What are your thoughts on this ?
 

Author Bio: 

Khushboo Jain (HR Director Techspian)A person smiling for the camera

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Khushboo leads employee functions like Recruitment, HR, People Ops, Learning & Development at Techspian. She has 14+ years of experience where she not only grew teams by finding the right talent but also established a strong accountability-driven culture with the right tools and processes to support it.

 


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