Forms of Discrimination

1.       Race

2.      Religion

3.      Age

Person A: 27 years old

Person B: 50 years old, more experienced than Person A

An employer who discriminates by age might hire Person A instead of Person B even though Person B has more experience. Such an employer thinks that old-age hinders someone’s ability.

4.      Nationality

5.      Gender

In some schools, girls are not allowed to take up certain courses such as carpentry.

6.      Sexual orientation

7.      Education

8.      Reverse discrimination (discrimination against discrimination)

9.      Employment

10.   Appearance

A nerdy-looking student may be teased by his peers.

11.    Intelligence

12.   Perception

13.   Medical problems

14.   Marital status

15.   Background

16.   Economic status

17.   Political view