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Discrimination

If you believe that your employer is treating you differently because of your race, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, or national origin, you may have a claim for unlawful discrimination. The type of discrimination described above is illegal because the groups listed are considered to be “protected classes” of people under federal law. Get the facts on workplace discrimination here.

Workplace Fairness Statement: We express our deep concern regarding the recent firings of EEOC Commissioners Jocelyn Samuels and Charlotte Burrows, along with NLRB Member Gwynne Wilcox and General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo. These dismissals raise significant alarms surrounding the protection of workers, and undermine some of the nation’s most critical agencies for promoting equity, fighting discrimination and ensuring fair labor practices in our country.

The work of these individuals has been crucial in advancing justice within the workplace, and their departure not only disrupts ongoing initiatives but also sends a troubling signal about the prioritization of worker protections. We believe it is essential to foster an environment in which advocates for fairness and equity can continue to serve without fear of retaliation or dismissal.

While Federal protections are still in place, we urge all stakeholders to reflect on the implications of these actions and to advocate for a governance structure that promotes fairness, transparency, and the unwavering protection of workers’ rights. The strength of our labor and civil rights frameworks relies on dedicated leaders who are committed to these critical causes.

We stand in solidarity with those who strive for equity and justice in the workplace and call for accountability and a recommitment to worker rights at all levels of government.

In these unprecedented times, it’s critical to be aware of your legal rights in the workplace. Discover how you’re protected at workplacefairness.org.

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Discrimination

Madeline Messa