Discriminatory abuse

Discrimination is abuse that focuses on a difference or perceived difference.

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Discriminatory abuse may involve race, gender, disability, or any of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act.​

Examples of discriminatory abuse might involve harassment, slurs, or similar treatment based on the difference or perceived difference.​​

Practice update

Last reviewed: February 5, 2026 by Jennifer

Next review due: August 5, 2026

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