In the Philippines, an employee who has experienced workplace discrimination or harassment may be entitled to monetary and other remedies. Protection from discrimination.As a woman in the construction industry, I have had to deal with verbal criticism, bullying and discrimination. They think I am not fit for the job. 3.2 What types of discrimination are unlawful and in what circumstances? Generally speaking Filipino run businesses are the most racist and discriminatory of them all. Often I am mistake for a Filipino. The Labor Code prohibits discrimination against women on account of their gender, and against children on account of their age. In the Philippines, an employee who has experienced workplace discrimination or harassment may be entitled to monetary and other remedies. An Act Prohibiting Discrimination Against Any Individual in Employment on Account of Age and Providing Penalties Therefor