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Color Discrimination
Discrimination based on color occurs when individuals are treated less favorably than others who are similarly situated because of the color of their skin.
Ethnic Group
A group of peoples who share a common religion, color, or national origin.
Underrepresention
Inadequately represented in the work force of a particular activity.
Quota
Fixed hiring and promotion rates based on race, sex, or other protected class standards, which must be met at all costs.
Reasonable Accommodation
Adjustments and changes an employer must make in the work schedule or work environment to meet the needs of his employees.
Underutilization
To use less than fully; below potential use. This term is often applied to categories of employees who are working at jobs that do not make full use of their skills and abilities, although they may have been hired for those skills and abilities.
National Origin Discrimination
National origin discrimination has been broadly defined as including, but not limited to, the denial of equal employment opportunity because of an individual's or his/her ancestor's country of origin or because an individual has the physical, cultural, or
Prima Facie
At first sight; on the first appearance; on the face of it, so far as can be judged from the first disclosure; presumably. A prima facie case is one, which is established by evidence, and can be overthrown only by rebutting evidence addressed on the other
Complaint
A complaint is a claim of illegal discrimination that is handled through an administrative procedure.
Job Related
Essential to job performance. The knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience necessary to perform a particular job.
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