What is the science behind unconscious bias? | WIRED Live

The term ‘unconscious bias’ has become a staple within diversity and inclusion initiatives - but what is the science behind it, and how does it really impact us as a society? Dr Pragya Agarwal, Behavioural Scientist offers a new perspective focused on the neuroscience behind unconscious bias at WIRED Live 2021.
"The first step is to acknowledge that we are biased, and carry bias in our lives"
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I think most people are adverse to the terminologies because it seems to only be used against one side in political and public discourse. Also people can become frustrated when the information that is presented is highly debatable. Case and point the subject of systemic racism. The statistics used to say it does exist can just as easily be viewed in a way that shows it doesn't exist.