Työsyrjinnällä
Työsyrjinnällä refers to the act of treating an employee or job applicant unfavorably based on certain protected characteristics. In Finland, this concept is legally defined and prohibits discrimination in various aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, terms of employment, promotion, and termination. The grounds for illegal discrimination are generally broad and include factors such as age, ethnic origin, nationality, language, religion, belief, disability, sexual orientation, and political or other opinions.
The principle of equality and non-discrimination is a fundamental aspect of Finnish labor law. Employers are
If an employee believes they have experienced työsyrjintä, they have legal avenues for redress. This can include