Discriminación en materia laboral
Any distinction, exclusion, or preference based on prohibited grounds that limits equality of opportunity or treatment in employment or occupation.
Definition
According to Ley 2694, 'discriminación en materia laboral' refers to any distinction, exclusion, or preference founded on considerations such as race, color, sex, age, religion, marital status, political opinion, national origin, social origin, filiation, or economic situation, which serves to limit or nullify equality of opportunity or treatment in employment or occupation. This broad definition encompasses various aspects of the employment relationship, from hiring to dismissal and promotion, ensuring that personal characteristics unrelated to job performance do not hinder an individual's professional advancement or access to work.