Discrimination means to act based on a preference or prejudice. Discrimination occurs when someone acts in a manner that negatively impacts you due to a prejudice or a preference.For example, if a female employee is paid less than her male co-worker with the same responsibilities, a workplace discrimination claim can be made. Please complete this form to make a report of discrimination. You can make this report whether or not you wish to be involved in an official complaint. The Division investigates complaints only if the discrimination is based on one or more of the above reasons. It is illegal for employers to relegate members of a minority to specific jobs or to exclude them from certain positions. You have the right to an education free of discrimination or harassment based on your placement in a protected class. Conduct that may constitute harassment is described in the Definitions section. Sex discrimination includes sexual harassment and sexual violence.