Discrimination Terms and Definitions

Equal Employment Opportunity Providing equal opportunity in employment on the basis of merit and fitness without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability condition, marital status, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Racial Discrimination Racial discrimination is present when people are treated differently than others who are similarly situated because they are members of a specific race. Age Discrimination Age discrimination is present if an individual covered under this provision is treated unfavorably in the terms and conditions of his/her employment because of his or her age. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) forbids discrimination based on Sexual Harassment Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Job Related Essential to job performance. The knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience necessary to perform a particular job. Minority The smaller part of a group. A group within a country or state that differs in race, religion or national origin from the dominant group. National Origin Discrimination National origin discrimination has been broadly defined as including, but not limited to, the denial of equal employment opportunity because of an individual's or his/her ancestor's country of origin or because an individual has the physical, cultural, or Protected Class The groups protected from employment discrimination by law. These groups include men and women on the basis of sex; any group, which shares a common race, religion, color, or national origin; people over 40; and people with physical or mental disability. Affirmative Action Positive steps taken by an employer to ensure equal employment opportunities for minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation Adjustments and changes an employer must make in the work schedule or work environment to meet the needs of his employees.

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	Did You Know?
	The law requires equal pay for equal work The Equal Pay Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in the payment of wages or benefits, where men and women perform work of similar skill, effort, and responsibility for the same employer under similar working conditions.