9 Protected Characteristics Flashcards
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9 Protected Characteristics
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- Age (not if you are still in school)
- Sex/Gender
- Disability
- Marriage and Civil Patnership
- Pregnancy and Maternity
- Race
- Religion or Belief
- Sexual Orientation
- Gender Reassignment
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Equality definition
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Equality is having equal opportunities and rights. It is being treated fairly. It also means being able and supported to reach your potential.
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Inequality definition
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Inequality is when people aren’t given equal opportunities and rights. They are treated unfairly and experience discrimination.
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Discrimination definition
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Discrimination is the unfair treatment of someone because of their particular characteristics e.g. race, religion, gender etc.
