Discrimination

Discrimination means treating someone unfairly because of specific personal characteristics. It is not always wrong but unfair discrimination can be unlawful.

Here you’ll find the types of discrimination that are against the law and where unlawful discrimination can occur.

Types of discrimination

We discriminate every day when we make choices. Learn what types of discrimination are unlawful.
Places of discrimination

Equal opportunity law applies to many services and workplaces - learn where the law applies.
Exceptions to the rules

There are a number of exemptions built into the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 that allow discrimination in specific areas and activities.
Discrimination laws

Equal opportunity means giving everyone a fair go. Several laws make sure this happens in South Australia.
Equal opportunity questions

Our office regularly receives a lot of questions about the same scenarios. See if your question is answered here.