age discrimination
[/eɪdʒ dɪˈskrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/]
noun
discriminação por idade
1. unfair or prejudicial treatment of individuals or groups based on their age, particularly in employment, housing, or access to services
The company was sued for age discrimination after they fired all employees over 50.
A empresa foi processada por discriminação por idade depois que demitiu todos os funcionários com mais de 50 anos.
2. the practice of limiting opportunities, benefits, or rights to people based on their age group
Age discrimination in hiring practices remains a significant issue in many industries.
A discriminação por idade nas práticas de contratação permanece um problema significativo em muitos setores.
Age discrimination is a legally protected issue in both the United States (ADEA - Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967) and Brazil (Constitutional protections and labor laws). In Brazil, it's increasingly recognized in employment law and social discourse. The term is particularly relevant in discussions about workforce participation, retirement, and intergenerational workplace dynamics. American companies and legal systems have more established precedents for addressing age discrimination cases compared to Brazil, though awareness is growing in Brazilian employment law.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to be put out to pasture (euphemism for forced retirement due to age)
over the hill (informal reference to being considered too old)
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