AI Ethics principles

AI Ethics Principles were developed in 2019, led by the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources (DISR). The principles are part of the Australian Government’s commitment to make Australia a global leader in responsible and inclusive AI. 

The principles are voluntary, and provide high-level guidance to ensure AI systems safe, secure and reliable. They are important to consider when making any AI decisions in your workplace. Use these principles to guide your (and that of your staff) AI decision making practices. 

They principles aim to help: 

• achieve safer, more reliable and fairer outcomes for all Australians 
• reduce the risk of negative impact on those affected by AI applications 
• businesses and governments to practice the highest ethical standards when designing, developing and implementing AI. 

AI Ethics principles at a glance:

1. Human, societal and environmental wellbeing
2. Human-centred values
3. Fairness
4. Privacy, protection and security
5. Transparency and explainability
6. Contestability
7. Reliability and safety
8. Accountability

Suitable for 

All staff

Category and User Level 

This aligns with the Working in Government Craft at the Foundation level.