Report discrimination to your local government Report discrimination to a local Fair Employment Practices Agency (FEPA). If the discrimination breaks both a state and federal law, the FEPA will also send your complaint to the EEOC. Use the EEOC's directory of field offices to find the FEPA near you.
Race Discrimination. It is no secret that racial discrimination exists both in society and in the workplace. Disability Discrimination. Pregnancy Discrimination. Gender Discrimination. Age Discrimination. Sexual Orientation Discrimination. Religious Discrimination. Parental Status Discrimination.
Discrimination can lead to health concerns for employees as well as financial loss and a morale decline for the company.
Step 1: Call WHDA (6777 0318, Monday–Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.) or email whda@aware.sg, and briefly describe the workplace issue you are facing. Step 2: Our Workplace Harassment and Discrimination Advisor will schedule a phone call with you.
On January 8, 2025, Singapore passed long-awaited legislation to protect workers from discrimination in the workplace. The Workplace Fairness Bill ("Bill") will apply to all employers in Singapore. It prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics in hiring, employment, and termination decisions.
In Singapore, those workers who are covered under Part IV of the Employment Act are entitled to breaks, overtime periods, and a rest day. Their working hours are also regulated. Part IV of the Employment Act covers local and foreign employees hired as full-time or part-time workers, contractors, or temporary staff.