'Little evidence' unconscious-bias training creates lasting change, says ESRI

New technologies, such as algorithms and machine learning in recruitment processes, have the potential to reduce labour market discrimination.

There is “little evidence” that unconscious-bias training leads to sustained changes in behaviour, according to new research looking at combating racial discrimination in the labour market.

Due to be published by the ESRI today, the study examines how effective the different measures such as legislation, affirmative action, and equal-opportunities policies are at promoting diversity in workforces.