Safeguarding against complex discrimination
When a black lesbian is passed by at the workplace, is that a case of discrimination against women? Of gay people? Or because of her race? Or a stereotype that the three elements create in combination? Norwegian researchers Mari Teigen and Liza Reisel are finding out whether legislation can tackle compound discrimination of this sort. Read more
Trans people (also) deserve equal treatment
For many years, Nordic and European equality policies have had a strong focus on women’s and homosexual rights. Now trans people have become the new minority, attracting increasing attention from politicians. Read more
The Equal Opportunities Year in Norway
2007 was appointed as the European Year of Equal Opportunities for All. This article presents an analysis of the strategy and activities in Norway. Read more
