Artificial intelligence powers a growing number of systems today. This is why it’s important to make sure the AI algorithms work correctly. In this context, the EU-funded AutoFair project will focus on the issue of fairness. Specifically, it will deal with the design of explainable and transparent AI algorithms. AutoFair aims to improve the algorithms themselves while educating end users. It draws on knowledge from computer and data sciences, control theory, optimisation and other scientific disciplines, including ethics and law. Three case studies will be carried out to test the findings on the automation of fair evaluation in recruitment, the elimination of gender inequality in advertising and the elimination of discrimination against bank clients.