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AI in hiring is designed to streamline recruitment, but it can inadvertently worsen existing inequalities. If AI is trained on historical data where men were more frequently hired for certain roles, or if it penalises career breaks, it can disadvantage women. The report found that AI is making things worse for women in the arts who take time off for caring duties.
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