What is discrimination?

Discrimination is the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, sex, or disability, often resulting in disadvantages.

What are common types of discrimination?

Common types include racial, gender, age, religious, disability, sexual orientation, and ethnic discrimination, which can occur directly or indirectly.

Is discrimination illegal?

In most countries, discrimination based on protected characteristics (e.g., race, gender, religion, disability) is illegal and prohibited by anti-discrimination laws and human rights acts.

How can one combat discrimination?

Combating discrimination involves legal action, policy advocacy, education, promoting diversity and inclusion, and challenging biased attitudes and systemic barriers.

Where can victims of discrimination seek help?

Victims can seek help from government human rights commissions, legal aid societies, civil liberties organizations, and workplace HR departments, depending on the context.