According to the Constitution of Finland, no one may be discriminated against based on their personal characteristics. The Equality Act and the Non-Discrimination Act define more detailed grounds of discrimination and our obligations as an authority and employer.
In addition to the prohibition of discrimination, the laws require us to promote non-discrimination and gender equality in a goal-oriented and systematic manner in all our activities. In accordance with the Equality Act, we also take gender diversity into account in promoting equality.
Our commitment to promoting non-discrimination, gender equality and human rights is enshrined in both our strategy and our ethical principles.
The Non-Discrimination Act prohibits discrimination on the following grounds:
- age
- origin
- religion or belief
- opinion
- political or trade union activities
- family relationships
- state of health or disability
- sexual orientation
- other personal characteristics
The Equality Act prohibits discrimination on the following grounds:
- gender
- gender identity
- gender expression