"Employment discrimination is a form of illegal discrimination in the workplace based on legally protected characteristics."
This subfield investigates the effect of discrimination on employment, wages, and opportunities.
Introduction to Discrimination: Understanding what Discrimination is and the different types of Discrimination.
The Economics of Discrimination: The concept of how discrimination relates to economic growth and economic welfare.
Statistical Discrimination: Statistical methods used to prove Discrimination.
Inherent Differences: The biological and genetic differences among individuals.
Implicit Bias: How unconscious biases can result in Discrimination.
Gender Discrimination: A form of discrimination based on gender.
Racial and Ethnic Discrimination: A form of discrimination based on race or ethnicity.
Age Discrimination: A form of discrimination based on age.
Disability Discrimination: A form of discrimination based on disability.
Education Discrimination: A form of discrimination based on education level.
LGBT Discrimination: A form of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Discrimination Laws and Policies: Current and historical policies that affect Discrimination.
Discrimination in the Workplace: Understanding about workplace Discrimination and its impact on business.
The Economics of Affirmative Action: The impact of Affirmative Action on employment and the economy.
Reducing Discrimination: Understanding how to reduce discriminatory practices.
Discrimination in Society: The role of Discrimination in society and its social and economic implications.
Age Discrimination: This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant is treated differently based on their age, usually above the legal age of employment.
Gender Discrimination: This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant is treated differently based on their gender. For example, women may be paid less than men for the same job.
Racial Discrimination: This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant is treated differently based on their race or ethnicity. For example, an employer may choose to not hire someone because of their skin color.
Religious Discrimination: This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant is treated differently based on their religious beliefs. For example, an employer may not hire someone based on their religion.
Disability Discrimination: This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant is treated differently based on their disability. For example, an employer may not hire someone because they have a physical disability.
National Origin Discrimination: This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant is treated differently based on their place of origin. For example, an employer may not hire someone because they are from a different country.
Sexual Orientation Discrimination: This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant is treated differently based on their sexual orientation. For example, someone may not be hired because they are gay.
Pregnancy Discrimination: This type of discrimination occurs when an employee or applicant is treated differently based on their pregnancy. For example, an employer may not hire someone because they are pregnant or refuse to provide accommodations for pregnancy-related needs.
"Federal anti-discrimination law prohibits discrimination by employers against employees based on age, race, gender, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, and physical or mental disability."
"State and local laws often protect additional characteristics such as marital status, veteran status, and caregiver/familial status."
"Earnings differentials or occupational differentiation—where differences in pay come from differences in qualifications or responsibilities—should not be confused with employment discrimination."
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