Unconscious Bias

What is Unconscious Bias?

Unconscious bias refers to the automatic, unintentional mental shortcuts and stereotypes that influence how people perceive and interact with others. In the workplace, unconscious biases can affect hiring decisions, performance evaluations, promotion opportunities, and day-to-day interactions. Common types include affinity bias, confirmation bias, halo effect, and attribution bias. Organisations address unconscious bias through awareness training, structured decision-making processes, diverse hiring panels, blind resume reviews, and standardised evaluation criteria. Reducing the impact of unconscious bias is a key component of building a more equitable and inclusive workplace.