Towards Algorithmic Accountability in the Public Sector

A recent study titled “Towards Algorithmic Accountability in the Public Sector,” presented at the Data for Policy 2024 international conference, sheds light on the pressing issue of the responsible use of algorithms in government decision-making.
Conducted by Simone Maria Parazzoli, an ISI Lagrange Scholarship recipient in 2023, the research addresses the growing need for transparency, fairness, and accountability in public institutions’ automated decision-making systems (ADMS). As governments increasingly rely on ADMS to improve efficiency, the study provides crucial insights into how these systems can be implemented responsibly.

This research offers valuable guidance for policymakers seeking to navigate the complexities of integrating algorithms into public services while safeguarding ethical standards. For those interested in the detailed findings, the full presentation is available on the Data for Policy YouTube channel here.