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Gender Discrimination<\/h1>\n
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Discrimination based on gender (or sex) is a common civil rights violation that has many forms. This discrimination can include sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, and unequal pay issues.<\/p>\r\n

Sex discrimination happens when you’re treated unfavorably based on your sex, or biological characteristics. Gender discrimination is a type of sex discrimination. Gender refers to socially constructed characteristics of males and females. The terms "gender" and "sex" are often used interchangeably.<\/p>\r\n

Gender identity discrimination and sexual orientation discrimination also land in this category. Gender discrimination laws protect the rights of transgender people, too.<\/p>\r\n

This article offers in-depth information on gender and sex discrimination in various settings. You can find links to federal laws and U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Links to other articles related to gender and sex discrimination are also included.<\/p>\r\n

Gender Discrimination: Federal Laws<\/h2>\r\n

As with race, the United States still has work to do on gender discrimination. Discrimination on the basis of sex tends to affect women more often than men.<\/p>\r\n

Specific federal laws have attempted to level the playing field, including:<\/p>\r\n