Diskrimineringen

Diskrimineringen is a Swedish term that translates to discrimination. It refers to the unfair or prejudicial treatment of people or a group of people based on characteristics such as age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal attributes. This treatment can manifest in various spheres of life, including employment, education, housing, and access to services.

In Sweden, diskrimineringen is prohibited by law. The Discrimination Act (Diskrimineringslagen) aims to prevent and counteract discrimination and promote equal opportunities and rights for all individuals. The law outlines seven grounds on which discrimination is forbidden: gender, transgender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion or other belief, disability, sexual orientation, and age.

The Swedish Discrimination Ombudsman (Diskrimineringsombudsmannen, DO) is the government agency responsible for supervising compliance with the Discrimination Act. The DO works to raise awareness about discrimination, provide guidance to individuals and organizations, and can take cases to court. Complaints of discrimination can be made to the DO, and individuals may also seek redress through legal channels. The aim is to ensure that all individuals are treated with respect and have equal opportunities regardless of their background or identity.