Key words

Question 1

Discrimination

Answer 1

When a person is treated differently on the basis of a personal characteristic. It doesn’t have to just be negatively, it can be positive. Can be direct (on purpose) or indirect (accidently)

Question 2

Valuing diversity

Answer 2

valuing the differences in society so that everyone is able to make a contribution

Question 3

Equality

Answer 3

don’t discriminate. Everyone should have the same opportunities

Question 4

Harassment

Answer 4

behaviour that intends to violate the dignity of a person with a protected characteristic or that intends to intimidate them

Question 5

Positive action

Answer 5

The steps that can be taken to reduce discrimination + harassment and to promote equality and diversity

Question 6

Protected characteristics

Answer 6

The characteristics people may have that they cannot be discriminated on the grounds of

Question 7

Rights

Answer 7

The freedoms that every human is entitled to

Question 8

What are the 9 protected characteristics?

Answer 8

• Age
• Disability
• Gender reassignment
• Marriage + civil partnership
• Pregnancy + maternity
• Race
• Religion + belief
• Sex
• Sexual orientation