The Algorithm Charter commits government agencies to improve transparency and accountability in their use of algorithms over the next five years.
Name in original language
Algorithm Charter for Aotearoa New Zealand
Initiative overview
The Algorithm Charter for Aotearoa New Zealand is an evolving piece of work that needs to respond to emerging technologies and also be fit-for-purpose for government agencies. After twelve months a review of the Algorithm Charter will be conducted, to ensure it is achieving its intended purpose of improving government transparency and accountability without stifling innovation or causing undue compliance burden.The initiative has the following objectives:To improve confidence in the governments use of algorithms.
Name of responsible organisation (in English)
Statistics New Zealand (Stats NZ)
