Examples Of Discrimination In The Workplace

Discrimination in the Workplace

Discrimination in the workplace can be broadly defined as an unequal and often unfair treatment of (either in favor of or against) any particular individual or group of people based on some or the other factors like: age, gender or sexual orientation, race, skin color, national origin, religion and physical or mental disability. It is illegal to discriminate anyone based on any of the factors mentioned before at any phases of a job life – during interview process, while on the job or even while on leave or retirement. Types of discriminations at the workplace:

There may be various kinds of discriminatory behaviors going on at the workplace – originating at different levels of employment hierarchy. Below are

Below are some useful tips on that battle plan:

 Carefully document any and all instances of the discriminatory act(s) and/or harassment(s). keep a track of the time, day and date(s) and if there is a pattern to the discriminatory actions.

 Gather and preserve evidences of all such discriminations – email communications, texts, voicemails, policy documents and proof of any physical evidence, if applicable. Compile a list of colleagues or other people who may have witnessed the unfortunate event(s).

 Report the discriminatory acts to higher authorities in the organization, in writing, will all possible details and keep a copy of the same complaint for future records. This step will ensure that the employers cannot claim of ignorance in the case of an investigation.

 In some states, there are agencies assigned to investigate complaints of workplace discriminations. However, the victim can always reach out to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) with a formal complaint. EEOC administers compliance with anti-discriminatory laws across

If there is ample cause and proof to believe one as a victim of discrimination at workplace, the investigatory agency (state level or EEOC) would definitely pitch in to correct the wrong and thereby save many more from facing the same troubles in future ahead. Find assistance – fight discrimination in the workplace:

There are significant impacts of proven discriminatory acts on an employer. Often the legal consequences of proven charges for discrimination in the workplace comes in the form of penalties and/or fines imposed by the responsible governmental agencies authorized to monitor and prevent such actions. In addition to that, depending on the exact circumstances, an employer may face civil lawsuits filed by the wronged employee(s).

Apart from the financial damages to the business, public knowledge of such events in a company affects its reputation considerably, often bringing down the sales and patronage in turn. Also, there may come increased attrition rate and losing valuable talents could be quite a big blow to the business’ operations and welfare.

So, don’t be afraid or shy or passive. Reach out to the authorities, raise a voice and help everyone in the process towards making a harmonious