Article 14 Support Individuals Without Discrimination

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA, 2010) forbids any discrimination against those with disabilities. The policy applies to employment, public accommodation, commercial facilities,

The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is of the view anyone with or without a disability should be given the same rights. Human Rights are what it says that they are “universal and enjoyed by everyone”. (Hale 2014: p12). Needless to say many critics describe DoLS as “not fit for purpose” (Taylor 2012: p. 2). Bartlett (2014) raising a point the ECHR

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) strictly “prohibits discrimination and ensures equal opportunity for persons with disabilities in employment, State and local government services, public accommodations, commercial facilities and transportation.”1 This law, enacted in 1990, was created so that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else in society so that they don’t get left behind. The ADA gives civil rights protections to those with disabilities in a similar way to other characteristics that individuals may have, whether it is race, nationality, gender, age and/or religion.2

The Sex Discrimination Act 1975 The Sex Discrimination Act took place in 1975 and it is an act which is relevant to women as well as men in order to promote the idea that both of this sex must be treated equally in employment, transport and education and not be treated in the same way. The Sex Discrimination Act protects women as well as men from getting discriminated due to their gender in education, employment, services and also advertising. Generally, women tend to get more discriminated compared to men. Also, the Sex Discrimination Act is relevant to the amount of payment women and men receive but still do the same job. People who are getting discriminated are likely to have a low self-confidence and self-esteem and when this happens,

For rights to be considered implemented, the relevant bodies have to put them in action. For example, where the Equality Act requires employers to make employment arrangements for disabled persons, the employer needs o state the availability of this in the job advertisement or application package to assure any disabled applicants that they will be well arranged for and can focus squarely on preparing for the actual interview. More so, in good practice, organizations small, medium or large must implement principles of equality and equal opportunity, confidentiality

Disability Discrimination Act 1995- Covers those who have had a disability. It protects individuals against discrimination on the grounds of disability when, applying for a job, at work, education, buying goods and services and buying property or renting. It is unlawful to treat a disabled person/child less favourably than a none-disabled person/child without justification for a reason to their

Using the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 by the Australian Government (1992) and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities by the UN General Assembly (2007), the rights of a person with ID was included in the handout, because according to People with Disability Australia (PWDA, 2015), people with disability in Australia still experience human rights violations. According to Ozdowski (2003), promoting the rights of people with disability has led to hundreds of disability discrimination complaints, which have resulted in agreement to adjust the premises to make them more accessible. According to PWDA (2015), personal factors such as a self-esteem, confidence and motivation will all be increased as a result, therefore meaning fewer communication barriers. Information about inclusion/equality was included in the handout because the inclusion/equality rights of a person with disability are often ignored (Cole, 2006). Inclusion/equality can reduce several barriers that a person with ID may experiences such as discrimination, self-isolation and bullying (Hall, 2009). By everyone welcoming and assisting a person with ID into the gym,

Discrimination has been a sensitive subject which is argued a lot nowadays and throughout history. That issue somehow impacts every aspect of our lives. Among all types of discrimination, discrimination against physical disabilities may be the type that is easiest to see. Disability discrimination has formed for many reasons, which are unfair treatments in such areas as recruitment, public transportation, and service.

For example, approaching someone who is difficult of hearing directly rather calling his or her name in the watching area, providing an alternative service where the usual service location is not available. For example, if someone has difficulty walking, arranging for a GP to see them in a place that involves less walking or arranging to provide the service from available premises. This Act encourages employers and employees to work together to break away from rigid employment practices to find out what adjustments and help might be needed and find flexible ways of working that may benefit the whole workforce. This Act explains discrimination in a number of ways and outlines four specific types of discrimination such as direct discrimination, failure to make reasonable adjustments, disability related discrimination and victimization. The Disability Discrimination Act is in place to protect disabled people against discrimination both in employment and when using a service or facility. For example, disabled people should have the same opportunities in work or learning places such as schools, colleges or universities. In other places like shops and banks, and to also ensure that they are treated fairly when they go somewhere to eat or drink such as restaurants or pubs. This Act applies to the public sector, to promote equality of opportunities for disabled people and to reduce discrimination. It includes people with HIV. The Disability Discrimination Act

Disability is now a human rights issue. People are disabled by society. Barriers can be overcome if government, nongovernmental organisations, professionals and people with disabilities are their families work together.

Australia's Disability Discrimination Act 1992 establishes disability discrimination unlawful and promotes equality for people with disabilities in public life aspects consisting of employment, education and access to premises. Moreover, the act also protects relatives, friends and others from discrimination due to their connection to someone with a disability.

There are many support services available for people living with disabilities. It is important these services are in place to ensure disabled people have the same opportunities as everyone else. The Equality Act was put into place in 2010 to ‘support the rights of disabled students by giving greater legal protection against discrimination’. (Disability Rights UK, 2012) The act emphasises the legal duty on education providers, employers and service providers to make appropriate changes in order for disabled people to take part in education, use services and work. The act was in place to bring together different laws that cover discrimination into one. Therefore the act says that disabled people should be treated equally and protection

Legislation such as the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 was introduced to eliminate discrimination towards disabled people in areas of employment, education, accessing facilities, goods or services and the managing, buying or renting of land or property. Parts of it became law in December 1996, and other parts have been introduced over time. For example, within organisations and businesses it became unlawful for employers to treat disabled people less favorably than other employees for a reason in relation to their disability. Reasonable adjustments have had to be made for any person with a disability, such as making changes in service provision or providing extra help since October 1999. Premises have also had to ensure any adaptations to allow access for disabled people were implemented

For service providers (e.g. businesses and organisations): * since December 1996 it has been unlawful to treat disabled people less favourably than other people for a reason related to their

The role of government policy is critical in addressing the needs and interests of different social groups in society. Government Policy gives society affiliated to a particular group, the necessary confidence in making judgment of their rights and freedoms. Government policy is further evaluated with respect to contemporary societal needs, in terms of its effectiveness in tackling social challenges. The Equality Act 2010 is one of the notable government policies stipulating the role of the government in safeguarding the interests of society members living with disabilities. The government focuses on the nature of equality in society and proposes areas that are likely to result in unequal treatment among society members. The historical development of policies have a direct impact on the nature and interaction of members in the contemporary society. The institutions mandated with the enforcement of government policy offer insight into the adoption of government’s stipulations in social interactions. The evaluation of policy already in enforcement has dependence on the agreement that no single policy is flawless. Discussions and consequent adjustment of the stated policy remains crucial in the achievement of the desired results in social care among adults. The study of the Equality Act 2010 sheds sufficient light on the nature of the act, its impact on social interactions and the future of society as shaped through the enforcement of equal treatment for each society member.