nietdiscriminerende

Nietdiscriminerende is a Dutch adjective meaning non-discriminatory. It describes policies, actions, or practices that do not treat people unfavorably because of protected characteristics such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or nationality. The term is commonly used in formal and policy contexts to indicate compliance with principles of equal treatment.

In legal and policy contexts, nietdiscriminerende practices are expected to uphold equal treatment and prevent discrimination. Dutch anti-discrimination law and European Union directives require authorities, employers, and service providers to avoid biased criteria and to ensure fair access to employment, housing, education, and public services. The term appears in guidelines, codes of conduct, recruitment policies, and service deliverables to signal commitment to non-discrimination.

Examples of nietdiscriminerende practices include a transparent recruitment process with objective criteria, accommodations for people with disabilities, accessible facilities, and neutral language in communications. Policies that use anonymized resume screening, standardized testing, and regular monitoring for disparate impacts are also described as non-discriminatory when they meet legitimate aims and are applied consistently.

Nuances and related concepts: a practice can be non-discriminatory yet produce unequal outcomes, which may require justification under proportionality and legitimate objectives. Related terms include gelijke behandeling (equal treatment), discriminatie (discrimination), and anti-discrimination policies that promote fair access and opportunity while allowing lawful positive action where appropriate.