Equal Opportunity
A fairness metric requiring that the true positive rate (sensitivity or recall) is the same for all protected groups, ensuring equal treatment of qualified individuals across demographic categories.
In plain language
A simpler fairness check: among people who actually deserve a 'yes' (like qualified loan applicants), does the AI say 'yes' at the same rate for all groups?
Why this matters
For AI systems that determine access to opportunities such as employment, education or credit, equal opportunity is a critical governance metric that demonstrates your organisation treats all qualified individuals fairly.
Relevance
GovernanceEqual opportunity is a measurable fairness control required for high-stakes decisions; demonstrating compliance supports both regulatory obligations and public accountability for AI systems affecting access to opportunities.
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