yhdenvertaisuuslait
Yhdenvertaisuuslait, which translates to "equality laws" in Finnish, refers to legislation in Finland aimed at promoting equality and preventing discrimination. The primary piece of legislation is the Yhdenvertaisuuslaki (Non-discrimination Act), which entered into force in 2009, replacing earlier provisions. This act prohibits discrimination on the grounds of age, ethnic origin, nationality, language, religion, belief, disability, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristic.
The law applies to various aspects of life, including employment, education, access to goods and services, and
Enforcement of the Yhdenvertaisuuslaki is overseen by several bodies. The Equality Ombudsman (Tasa-arvovaltuutettu) and the Non-Discrimination