Unconscious Bias Training

Definition

Educational programs designed to reduce prejudice in hiring and management decisions, with questionable efficacy but excellent optics.

Example Usage

We completed mandatory unconscious bias training, after which all our hiring panels immediately went back to their existing patterns.

Origin

Behavioral psychology applied to corporate training from 2010s

Fun Fact

Research shows unconscious bias training has minimal lasting impact on actual hiring outcomes without systemic changes.

Source: Diversity & Inclusion Practice

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