Scientific Panel on AI and Economic Inclusion

The Problem

AI systems are transforming the structure of opportunities for people around the world, and there is growing evidence about how best to design and audit recommender systems, large language models, and training datasets to prevent past patterns of discrimination from being entrenched. There is also evidence that AI-based discrimination by gender, race, and class can deepen social inequalities globally. Using the latest advances in applied policy research—from randomized control trials to meta-analysis—what are the best ways to prevent gender, race, and class-based discrimination in employment, banking, housing, and other domains of economic activity.  How can we promote financial inclusion through AI?

The IPIE’s Approach

The IPIE’s Scientific Panel on AI and Economic Inclusion will summarize the latest research about how AI systems have been impacting access to markets, human rights, government services, consumer rights, and the sustainable development goals related to economic well-being.