Turvasyrjintöjä

Turvasyrjintöjä is a Finnish term that translates to "security discrimination" or "security-based discrimination." It refers to discriminatory practices or unfair treatment that occurs within the context of security measures or security-related decision-making. This can manifest in various situations, such as in employment, access to services, or public spaces, where individuals are disadvantaged based on assumptions or biases related to security concerns.

The concept highlights how security protocols, while often necessary, can inadvertently or intentionally lead to the exclusion or marginalization of certain groups. This might involve profiling individuals based on ethnicity, religion, or other characteristics perceived as posing a security risk, even without concrete evidence. Such discrimination can undermine principles of equality and fairness.

Examples of turvasyrjintöjä could include disproportionate surveillance of specific communities, stricter security checks for certain travelers, or the denial of employment opportunities due to perceived security vulnerabilities. Addressing turvasyrjintöjä requires careful consideration of the balance between legitimate security needs and the protection of individual rights, ensuring that security measures are applied justly and without prejudice.