The Subject Of Equality And Non-Discrimination (2)

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By Femi Bamisile
It is lamentable however that the law did limit its applicability to certain organizations. A critical look at the statute, particularly the definition section thereof shows that the word employer is defined to specifically exclude employers of fewer than six persons, as well as social clubs, fraternal, charitable, educational and religious organizations and corporations. Further, the word employee is defined to exclude domestic servants and individuals employed by their parents, spouses and children.
The bold step taken by New York in enacting law against discrimination in employment was soon followed by the State of New Jersey. Massachusetts and Connecticut …Read More

Source:: PM Newspaper