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Forms of Discrimination

Discrimination manifests in various forms, involving unfair treatment or prejudice based on specific characteristics. Below are common types of discrimination. Click on the arrows to understand more about each area

  • Unfair treatment or prejudice based on a person's age in contexts like employment or services.

  • Controlling access to money or sabotaging employment.

  • Prejudice based on a person's physical or mental disabilities, affecting areas like employment and education.

  • Unfair treatment or prejudice based on a person's sexual orientation, including discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.

  • Unjust treatment or prejudice based on a person's pregnancy, affecting areas like employment or access to services.

  • Prejudice or unequal treatment based on a person's socioeconomic status, leading to disparities in opportunities and resources.

  • Prejudice or unfair treatment based on a person's country of origin, leading to disparities in various areas.

  • Unjust treatment or prejudice based on a person's gender, including unequal opportunities and stereotypes.

  • Making threats or using intimidation tactics to instil fear.

  • Unfair treatment or prejudice based on a person's race, ethnicity, or nationality, leading to disparities in various aspects of life.

  • Forcing or pressuring into unwanted sexual activities.

  • Unjust treatment or prejudice based on a person's religious beliefs, affecting aspects like employment or access to services.

  • Unfair treatment based on a person's genetic information, particularly in employment or healthcare.

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Addressing and combating discrimination requires awareness, education, and proactive efforts to promote equality and inclusivity in various aspects of society.

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