Socially Responsible Applications of Explainable AI

The chapter investigates the socially responsible applications of Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) across various domains, shedding light on its transformative impact. Focusing on sectors such as healthcare, education, environmental sustainability, social services, business and industry, and government, the chapter explores how XAI can enhance decision-making processes. It delves into specific applications within each sector, encompassing healthcare's clinical decision support systems to government's law enforcement and public safety initiatives. Furthermore, the chapter scrutinizes the ethical considerations inherent in deploying XAI for socially responsible purposes, including concerns related to bias, fairness, privacy, security, transparency, and accountability. By delving into the intersection of XAI and socially responsible applications, this chapter aims to provide insights into harnessing AI technologies for the greater good while navigating ethical challenges.