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Identify the Employee Characteristics That Are Protected by Federal Employment

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Identify the employee characteristics that are protected by federal employment anti-discrimination laws (i.e., the characteristics upon which employers are not legally allowed to discriminate). Specify which human resource management decisions these laws affect.


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Scandinavian Countries

Nations in Northern Europe, typically including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland, known for their comprehensive welfare states and high standard of living.

Second Wave

Refers to the second wave of feminism that emerged in the 1960s, focusing on issues of equality, workplace rights, and reproductive rights.

Sexual Violence

Any sexual act, attempt to obtain a sexual act, unwanted sexual comments or advances, or acts to traffic someone’s sexuality, using coercion.

Women's Movement

A social movement aimed at achieving gender equality and addressing issues facing women, including rights, freedoms, and opportunities.

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