What are some discrimination laws in other countries?

What are some discrimination laws in other countries?

Many countries have laws against discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, and disability. For example, in Canada, the Canadian Human Rights Act prohibits discrimination in various areas, while the Equality Act in the UK protects against discrimination in employment and services.

Can you give me examples of specific countries and their laws?

Sure! In Australia, the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 makes it unlawful to discriminate based on sex, marital status, or pregnancy. In Germany, the General Equal Treatment Act protects against discrimination in employment and access to goods and services.

How do these laws compare to those in the United States?

In the U.S., the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. While similar, U.S. laws can vary significantly by state, and some protections may not be as comprehensive as those in other countries.

What about countries in Asia?

In Asia, laws vary widely. For instance, India has the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act to protect marginalized communities, while Japan has the Act on the Promotion of Gender Equality in the Workplace to address gender discrimination.