What are Ethically Sourced Datasets?

From captivating audiobooks to seamless smart assistants, our voices are shaping the future of technology. 

But have you ever wondered where the ‘voices’ behind these innovations come from?

In this article

1. Why Ethics Matter When Collecting Datasets
2. Data Sourcing: Legal, Ethical, and Fair
3. Benefits of Ethical Sourcing
4. A Collaborative Effort
5. Join the Voices Community

The answer lies in datasets: massive collections of voice recordings used to train AI models. 

Voices is passionate about fostering ethical practices in the industry. 

Today, we’re exploring the world of ethically sourced datasets, understanding why they matter and how they contribute to a stronger, more inclusive future for large language models.

Why Ethics Matter When Collecting Datasets

Ethically sourced datasets are built with transparency and respect at the core. This means:

• Informed Consent: Contributors voluntarily participate and explicitly agree to how their recordings will be used, for what purposes, and for how long. This includes details about anonymization practices and potential future applications of the AI model trained on the dataset.
  
• Privacy and Security: Recordings are handled carefully, ensuring no personally identifiable information is leaked.
  
• Fair Compensation: Contributors are compensated for their time and work.
  
• Transparency, validation, and accountability in our AI processes in the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.

Data Sourcing: Legal, Ethical, and Fair

Ethical sourcing goes beyond just obtaining consent. Here at Voices, we ensure:

• Legal and Ethical Acquisition: Data is sourced legally and ethically with every contributor providing explicit consent. We prioritize responsible practices throughout the entire collection process.
  
• Fair Compensation: Contributors are fairly compensated for their time and work. Your unique voice has value, and we believe in recognizing that contribution.

Benefits of Ethical Sourcing

By using ethically sourced datasets, everyone wins. Here’s how:

• Contributors: You’re empowered. Ethical datasets create opportunities for a broader range of talent to contribute, while ensuring you’re valued and compensated fairly.
  
• Clients and Developers: Consumers: Users experience a more natural and unbiased interaction with voice technology, fostering trust and accessibility.

Ethical dataset sourcing isn’t just a trend; it’s the foundation for a responsible and equitable future of voice technology. Ethical sourcing also considers voice actors’ long-term well-being. Fair compensation, proper credit for contributions, and the opportunity to participate in innovative projects are all essential aspects of a sustainable voice acting ecosystem.

A Collaborative Effort

The development of ethical sourcing practices is a continuous process. We actively collaborate with industry experts, researchers, and voice actors to refine our approach. We encourage open dialogue and feedback to ensure our standards stay at the forefront of ethical practices.

Join the Voices Community

At Voices, we believe in the power of ethical practices. We work closely with our clients to ensure datasets are collected and managed in a responsible and transparent way, with consent and agreement from the contributor.

This means:

• Active Collaboration: We actively collaborate with voice actors throughout the process. From providing clear information about projects to ensuring fair compensation, we value your voice and input.
  
• Transparent Practices: We prioritize transparency in everything we do. You’ll have clear details about how your data is used and protected.
  
• Data Protection: We take data security seriously. Your privacy is a top concern, and we have robust measures in place to safeguard your information.