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No to discrimination

Stand up to discrimination and prejudice!

Article by : SpunOut.ie

You have the legal right to equal treatment. That means you should be given the same opportunities and rights as everybody else.

If you think you’re being discriminated against or are the victim of prejudice then contact the Equality Authority in Ireland or the Citizens Advice Bureau or Equality Commission in NI for advice.

Help prevent discrimination:

  • Others should respect your opinions and views but you have to respect theirs as well.
  • Don’t decide what you think of someone because they have a disability, are gay or because they are a different race, ethnicity or religion to you. Make an effort to get to know someone before you decide what they’re like.
  • Be open when meeting new people. If you respect them and listen to everyone’s views (people with disabilities, immigrants, Travellers, you name it) you’ll realise that prejudices and stereotypes are narrow minded.
  • Make an effort to get to know and learn more about local ethnic, religious and cultural minorities. Organise multi-cultural events like world-food nights or traditional dance nights.
  • Don’t let your friends make insulting comments or jokes that discriminate against others. Tell them they are being narrow minded and prejudiced.
  • If you or someone you know is being discriminated against then speak out. Keeping quiet won’t make it go away.
  • Make an official complaint in writing to your school/ university or workplace. Keep a copy of the letter.
  • An employer can’t punish you if you report them for harassment or discrimination. This means it’s illegal for them to fire you or treat you differently after you make a formal complaint.
  • If you are a victim of discrimination or harassment (or see it happening) in a public place like a shop, restaurant, pub, cinema or nightclub then report it to the management. If they don’t act, report it to the Gardaí or Police.
  • If you see that someone else is discriminated against, do something about it! You can report discrimination and harassment to the Gardaí or Police.
  • Support anti discrimination and harassment organisations.
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