persistent discrimination
[/pərˈsɪstənt dɪˈskrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/]
noun phrasefemininepl: discriminações persistentes
discriminação persistente
1. continuous, ongoing, and recurring unfair treatment or prejudice against a person or group based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, religion, nationality, or sexual orientation
The company faced lawsuits due to persistent discrimination against women in hiring practices.
A empresa enfrentou processos judiciais devido à discriminação persistente contra mulheres nas práticas de contratação.
2. systemic and deliberate patterns of bias that continue over an extended period despite awareness or complaints
Persistent discrimination in the housing market has limited opportunities for minority communities.
A discriminação persistente no mercado imobiliário limitou oportunidades para comunidades minoritárias.
This term is particularly significant in discussions of social justice, civil rights, and labor law in both the USA and Brazil. In Brazil, it relates to historical issues of racial and gender inequality, while in the USA it is often used in contexts of affirmative action debates and civil rights legislation. The term carries legal weight in employment law and social policy discussions across both countries.
NYC Slang
systemic oppression / continuous discrimination
Related Idioms & Phrases
breaking the cycle of discrimination
fighting persistent discrimination
combating systemic bias
addressing deep-rooted prejudice
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