This is a list of anti discrimination acts often called discrimination acts or anti discrimination laws, which are laws designed to prevent discrimination. Australia has obligations under a number of international human rights treaties to take measures to eliminate discrimination including on the basis of age, race, sex, pregnancy, marital status and disability. Employment sex discrimination act 2000 section 43 1 a. The group helped craft the anti discrimination bill in 2000, as filed by santiago and akbayan representative eta rosales. Act relating to a prohibition against discrimination on the basis of ethnicity, religion and belief the ethnicity anti discrimination act chapter 1. May 12, 2017 fair labor standards act, as amended by. The equality act is a bill passed by the united states house of representatives on may 17. The sex discrimination act 1984 protects people from unfair treatment on the basis of their sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status, marital or relationship status, pregnancy and. National policy for persons with disabilities 2002. The act on prohibition of discrimination based on ethnicity. Anti discrimination act 1977 no 48 historical version for 8. On may 6, 20, colorado governor john hickenlooper signed into law the job protection and civil rights enforcement act of 20 act, which amends the colorado antidiscrimination act.
Summary of antidiscrimination and other equality legislation. The queensland antidiscrimination act 1991 pdf aims to promote equality of opportunity for everyone by protecting them from unfair discrimination in certain areas of activity and. Discrimination in rental housing specifically prohibited by sec. Youre legally protected from discrimination by the equality act 2010.
The equality act contains provisions forbidding direct, indirect, perceptive and associative discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, religion and belief, age, disability, sexual orientation and gender reassignment. Promotion of equality and prevention of unfair discrimination act, 2000. Sex discrimination act 1975 sex and marital status the latter referring specifically to persons who are married. Where the discriminatory act constitutes, or has led to, termination of. The purpose of this introduction is to explain the questions procedure under section 43 of the employment sex discrimination act 2000.
Antidiscrimination amendment carers responsibilities. Antidiscrimination university of southern queensland. Chapter 2 discrimination prohibited by this act complaint part 1 acts antidiscrimination purpose 6 acts antidiscrimination purpose and how it is to be achieved. Colombian anti discrimination act 2011 act number 1482. The equality act 2010 legally protects people from discrimination in the workplace and in wider society. It prohibits discrimination based on age against employees who are at least 40 years old. List of exemptions in commonwealth anti discrimination l. List of exemptions in commonwealth anti discrimination l egislation general exemptions there are a number of common exemptions in three of the four commonwealth anti discrimination laws age. Antidiscrimination act 1998 tasmanian legislation online. Anti discrimination act is a global concern for todays hospitality industry and maintained in every hotels in india and world.
This article outlines the interpretation of the disability discrimination act in the courts. Antidiscrimination act 1991 queensland legislation. A quick guide to australian discrimination laws 3 legislation and grounds of discrimination areas covered racial discrimination act 1975 discrimination on the basis of race, colour, descent or national. Antidiscrimination act 1998 act 46 of 1998 royal assent 18 december 1998 table of provisions long title part 1 preliminary 1. Guide to the general equal treatment act antidiskriminierungsstelle. A comparative analysis of nondiscrimination law in europe 2016. You are directed to a disclaimer and notice governing the information provided. This is a list of antidiscrimination acts often called discrimination acts or antidiscrimination laws, which are laws designed to prevent discrimination. Discrimination in administration of state laws and programs area. Discrimination in all areas including housing prohibited by sec. New south wales antidiscrimination act implemented in 1977, victoria. It replaced previous antidiscrimination laws with a single act, making. Directive 20041ec implementing the principle of equal treatment between men and women in the access to and supply of goods and services. Racial discrimination act 1975 federal register of legislation.
Jun 23, 2017 anti discrimination act is a global concern for todays hospitality industry and maintained in every hotels in india and world. Federal act on the elimination of discrimination against people with disabilities. Today, governor northam announced he has signed the virginia values act, protecting the lgbtq community against discrimination in housing, employment, public spaces, and credit applications. National crosssectional data on employment rates for people with and without an llti or disability were obtained from the general household. You are directed to information on how your personal information is protected.
The act prohibits discrimination against disabled people in the areas of employment, the provision of goods, facilities, services and premises and education. Antidiscrimination amendment carers responsibilities act 2000. It prohibits discrimination based on age against employees who are at. Antidiscrimination act 1977 no 48 historical version for 8. Subject to and in accordance with the state service act 2000, there is to be appointed a registrar of the tribunal and such other officers as are necessary for the proper functioning of the tribunal.
Notes on the scope of the employment sex discrimination act 2000. Details antidiscrimination amendment act no 2 1996. Part 4 antidiscrimination amendment carers responsibilities act 2000. Law and justice foundation antidiscrimination law in. Equality act 2010 prior to october 2010 the relevant.
The purpose of this introduction is to explain the questions procedure under section 43 of the employment sex discrimination. Antidiscrimination eu legislation workplace discrimination directive 200078ec establishes a general framework for equal treatment in employment and occupation, which forbids discrimination based on. Age discrimination in employment act of 1967, 29 united states code 631,633a. The new south wales antidiscrimination act 1977 is an act of the nsw parliament, relating to discrimination in employment, the public education system, delivery of goods and services, and other.
In 2010, existing antidiscrimination law was combined into a single act of parliament, the equality act 2010. Because of this overlap, enforcement staff may refer to the applicable analysis in 10iii, including the discussion on statistical analysis, when analyzing. It also protects workers with family responsibilities and makes sexual harassment against the law. In nsw the antidiscrimination board adb administers the antidiscrimination act 1977 nsw hereafter referred to. For small businesses and enterprises in california, we recommend the california small enterprise task force, which publishes a regularly updated resource guide with information on federal, state, municipal, and private resources, as well as information on weekly office hours with legal and financial experts. State export council deemed to post a law firms marketing pitch.
Jurisdictions within australia moved shortly after to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, through acts including the equal opportunity act 1977 and the antidiscrimination act 1977. Hindu succession act, 1956 abolished the limited owner status of women who owned property, amended in 2004 to give daughters. The 1995 uk disability discrimination act dda made discrimination on the grounds of physical or mental disability or limiting long. Civic groups called for the enactment of an antidiscrimination act thursday, taking a swipe at presidential hopefuls who have been reluctant to support the law in the face of fierce opposition. Purpose the purpose of this act is to promote equality irrespective o. The race relations act 1976 rra 1976 as amended by the race relations amendment act 2000 rraa and the race relations act 1976 amendment regulations 2003, prohibits discrimination on race, colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin in the fields of employment, education and provision of goods and services. Ontarians with disabilities act 2002, the accessibility for manitobans act 20 disability discrimination ordinance 1995.
This legislation sends a strong, clear messagevirginia is a place where all people are welcome to live, work, visit, and raise a family, said. Eeoc is the federal agency responsible for enforcing the federal statutes which prohibit employment discrimination, including title vii of the civil rights act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based. Civil service reform act of 1978, 5 united states code 2302. The queensland anti discrimination act 1991 pdf aims to promote equality of opportunity for everyone by protecting them from unfair discrimination in certain areas of activity and from sexual harassment and certain associated objectionable conduct. May 23, 20 on may 6, 20, colorado governor john hickenlooper signed into law the job protection and civil rights enforcement act of 20 act, which amends the colorado anti discrimination act cada, the state law prohibiting employment discrimination because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, or ancestry.
Directive 76207eec on the implementation of the principle of equal treatment for men and women as regards access to employment, vocational training and promotion, and working conditions. Major changes to colorado discrimination law will negatively. Australias antidiscrimination law page content in australia, it is unlawful to discriminate on the basis of a number of protected attributes including age, disability, race, sex, intersex status, gender identity and sexual orientation in certain areas of public life, including education and employment. The new south wales anti discrimination act 1977 is an act of the nsw parliament, relating to discrimination in employment, the public education system, delivery of goods and services, and other services such as banking, health care, property and night clubs.
Equality directive 200043ec and the employment equality directive 200078 ec. Equality and antidiscrimination approaches in germany. The equality act seeks to incorporate protections against lgbt discrimination into the federal civil rights law. Australia has obligations under a number of international human rights treaties to take measures to eliminate discrimination including on the basis of age, race, sex, pregnancy. Civic groups called for the enactment of an anti discrimination act thursday, taking a swipe at presidential hopefuls who have been reluctant to support the law in the face of fierce opposition. Antidiscrimination amendment carers responsibilities act. It prohibits discrimination based upon race, color, gender, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, and veteran status. In 2010, existing anti discrimination law was combined into a single act of parliament, the equality act 2010. The race relations act 1976 rra 1976 as amended by the race relations amendment act 2000 rraa and the race relations act 1976 amendment regulations 2003, prohibits discrimination on. The antidiscrimination act i general provisions article 1 subject matter of the act 1 this act provides for the protection and promotion of equality as the highest value of the constitutional order of. Antidiscrimination law in australia is split between state and federal systems. Anti discrimination act 1998 act 46 of 1998 royal assent 18 december 1998 table of provisions long title part 1 preliminary 1. The group helped craft the antidiscrimination bill in 2000, as filed by santiago and akbayan representative eta rosales. Northam signs virginia values act, providing antidiscrimination protections for lgbtq people updated.
Recast directive 200654 and in article of the racial equality directive 200043, which. It replaced previous anti discrimination laws with a single act, making the law. The anti discrimination act i general provisions article 1 subject matter of the act 1 this act provides for the protection and promotion of equality as the highest value of the constitutional order of the republic of croatia, creates prerequisites for the realisation of equal. The commonwealth government has implemented some of these obligations through legislation such as the. A quick guide to australian discrimination laws 3 legislation and grounds of discrimination areas covered racial discrimination act 1975 discrimination on the basis of race, colour, descent or national or ethnic origin, and in some circumstances, immigrant status. Opportunity commission in eeoc compliance manual on race and color discrimination were not matched by. In germany, a general antidiscrimination act was passed in 2006. Expand part iiprohibition of racial discrimination. The racial discrimination act 1975 was the first major antidiscrimination legislation passed in australia, aimed at prohibiting discrimination based on race, ethnicity, or national origin. Council directive 200043ec of 29 june 2000 implementing the principle of equal treatment irrespective of race or ethnic origin.
For small businesses and enterprises in california, we recommend the california small enterprise task force, which. Act to bind crown part 2 anti discrimination commissioner 5. List of exemptions in commonwealth anti discrimination l egislation general exemptions there are a number of common exemptions in three of the four commonwealth anti discrimination laws age discrimination act 2004, disability discrimination act 1992 and sex discrimination act 1984. The sex discrimination act 1984 protects people from unfair treatment on the basis of their sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status, marital or relationship status, pregnancy and breastfeeding. The equality act contains provisions forbidding direct, indirect, perceptive and associative. The promotion of equality and prevention of unfair discrimination act, 2000 pepuda or the equality act, act no. Act done because of unlawful discrimination and for other. The procedure is intended to help a person referred to in this booklet as the. Criminal code amendment theft, fraud, bribery and related offences act 2000. Acts antidiscrimination purpose and how it is to be achieved. It prohibits unfair discrimination by the government and by private organisations and individuals and forbids hate speech and harassment.
Equality directive 200043ec and the employment equality directive 200078ec. It reports some early indications of employers and service providers responses to the new law, and considers some alternative explanations for its relatively limited impact. Gender identity is not specifically mentioned but is included by case law. Australias antidiscrimination law page content in australia, it is unlawful to discriminate on the basis of a number of protected attributes including age, disability, race, sex, intersex status, gender identity and. Eeoc is the federal agency responsible for enforcing the federal statutes which prohibit employment discrimination, including title vii of the civil rights act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, or religion. Anti discrimination eu legislation workplace discrimination directive 2000 78ec establishes a general framework for equal treatment in employment and occupation, which forbids discrimination based on religion, belief, disability, age and sexual orientation. To investigate how anti discrimination legislation in the form of the uk disability discrimination act dda affected socioeconomic disparities in the employment rates of people with a limiting longterm illness llti or disability. The age discrimination in employment act adea can be found at 29 u. This act may be cited as the equal status act, 2000. The state of tasmania the department of premier and cabinet 2020 ver. To investigate how antidiscrimination legislation in the form of the uk disability discrimination act dda affected socioeconomic disparities in the employment rates of.
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