What is discrimination?
Q: What is discrimination?
A: Discrimination is when someone is treated unfairly or differently because they are part of a particular group.
Q: What does the Universal Declaration of Human Rights say about discrimination?
A: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights affirms that all persons must be protected against any kind of discrimination, or even its inciting.
Q: What are some examples of discrimination?
A: Examples of discrimination can include being fired from a job, not being able to be hired for a job, being paid less money than others at the same job, being refused a home or apartment, teasing, harassment, or simply being treated differently than other people.
Q: Are there laws in place to protect people from discrimination?
A: Yes, laws known as "equal opportunity legislation" protect people from discrimination. They say people should be employed whatever their race, age, sex or religion and reasonable care should be taken for those with disabilities or accessibility. Two people in the same position must also receive the same wage if they have exactly the same job.
Q: Is it illegal to discriminate against someone in certain countries?
A: In some countries it is illegal to discriminate against somebody on the basis of race, sex, religion sexual orientation age or disability. However even in these countries where it is unlawful it still takes place for reasons not covered by law.
Q: Is there anywhere where discriminating against someone may be legal?
A: In some other countries discrimination against somebody may be legal or even official government policy - especially in countries which have an official religion and those who practice other religions are discriminated against.
