What does inadvertent discrimination mean?
Indirect discrimination is when there’s a practice, policy or rule which applies to everyone in the same way, but it has a worse effect on some people than others. The Equality Act says it puts you at a particular disadvantage.
What is deliberate discrimination?
Deliberate discrimination, sometimes called direct discrimination, is the intentional prejudicial treatment of a person or group.
Which of the following is an example of direct discrimination?
Direct discrimination is when someone is treated unfairly because of a protected characteristic, such as sex or race. For example, someone is not offered a promotion because they’re a woman and the job goes to a less qualified man.
What is discrimination by association in the workplace?
What is associative discrimination? Associative discrimination (or discrimination by association) is when you treat someone unfairly because of someone else’s protected characteristic. This could be a friend, spouse, partner, parent or anyone with whom they associate.
What characteristics are protected against perception discrimination?
The protected characteristics are: disability • gender reassignment • race (this includes ethnic or national origins, colour and nationality) • religion or belief • sex, and • sexual orientation.
What are perceptions of discrimination?
Discrimination is the unfair treatment of a person or group due to particular characteristics such as gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation or disability [9]. Perceived discrimination (PD) is when people themselves perceive or experience discrimination [10].
What is the difference between discrimination and Victimisation?
Discrimination which is against the Equality Act is unlawful. This means you can take action in the civil courts. Victimisation is when someone treats you badly or subjects you to a detriment because you complain about discrimination or help someone who has been the victim of discrimination.