Unconscious bias – a set of attitudes and stereotypes that we are unaware of – is ubiquitous and its effects can be pernicious.. These biases, encompassing realms such as race, gender, class, and sexual orientation, might not align with our conscious beliefs yet wield influence over our actions. This poses a significant challenge for those tasked with impartiality, including mediators, arbitrators, judges, as well as lawyers, bound by ethical obligations to uphold unbiased conduct. The silver lining lies in the adaptability of unconscious bias, also known as “implicit bias.”
In this workshop, Dr. Helen Winter offers an interactive and engaging “user’s guide” through peer-reviewed social psychology research on strategies for bias reduction based on her and David Hoffman’s article “Follow the Science: Proven Strategies for Reducing Unconscious Bias” recently published in the Harvard Negotiation Law Review.
