Useful Terms - diversity in the workplace
Discrimination - Direct discrimination
occurs when a person can prove they have been treated less favourably than another person on prohibited grounds.
Discrimination - Indirect discrimination
occurs where there is a practice, provision or criterion, applied uniformly, but which would put one specific group of people at a particular disadvantage and is not shown to be a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim. This covers formal requirements, conditions and provisions as well as informal practices.
Discrimination by association
occurs where someone is discriminated against because of their association with other individual(s) who fall into one of the nine protected groups.
Diversity
is an acceptance of individuality and difference that is based on respect for these unique differences and an acceptance that they can enhance and enrich both people and organisations.
Diversity in the workplace
means creating an inclusive environment: one which recognises and embraces people’s differences; which encourages and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential; and which in turn allows the organisation to reach as wide an audience as possible.
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