AI Threatens to Widen the Black Job Gap

AI and Automation Raise Equity Concerns

A recent report highlights how advancements in AI and automation could severely affect Black workers, who are overrepresented in jobs most vulnerable to technological disruption. The systems currently replacing human labor lack considerations for racial equity, putting historically marginalized groups at a disadvantage.

Policy Changes Needed to Safeguard Workforce

Experts urge urgent reforms—such as equitable training programs and inclusive tech design—to prevent AI from deepening long-standing economic inequalities. Without intervention, automation could exacerbate unemployment and underrepresentation of Black workers across key sectors.