Is employment discrimination illegal?

Employment discrimination is an illegal act and an immoral act. According to the laws and regulations of different countries and regions, employment discrimination can be defined as unfair treatment or regarded as a civil or criminal violation. For example, the Civil Rights Act of the United States and the Employment Equality Act of the United Kingdom explicitly prohibit employers from refusing employment, dismissal or any other employment opportunities because of race, sex, religion, nationality, age, marital status, gender orientation and other factors. In China, there are also relevant laws and regulations prohibiting employment discrimination, such as the Labor Law and the Labor Contract Law.

The existence of employment discrimination will lead to some suitable candidates not getting the opportunities they deserve, which will make the labor market resources unable to be effectively allocated and affect social equity and economic development. Therefore, the government and society should take effective measures to combat and prevent employment discrimination, strengthen education and publicity, improve the public's legal awareness and social responsibility, and promote social justice and harmonious development. At the same time, individuals should protect their legitimate rights and interests. In case of employment discrimination, you can complain to the relevant departments to protect your rights.