<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Define affirmative action.
<|assistant|>
Affirmative action is a policy or program adopted by a government or other organizational entity to promote equality of opportunity by giving preference to certain categories of people when making decisions regarding appointments, hiring, and awards. These categories can include people from racial, ethnic, or gender minorities; those with a disability; and/or veterans of the armed services.