Course description
Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law
Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law uses a problem-based approach to examine a global view of anti-discrimination law, comparing US, European, and other national, regional and international legal systems, including those of India, Brazil, and South Africa.
The course covers five topic modules: employment discrimination and harassment (race, sex, age, disability); marriage equality (race, same-sex); affirmative action (race, caste, origin)/gender parity; hate speech (race, sex, religion); and secularism and the rights of religious minorities.
Upcoming start dates
1 start date available
Suitability - Who should attend?
Prerequisites
None
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you'll learn
- Theories and sources of equality law
- Employment discrimination and harassment (race, sex, age, disability)
- Affirmative action (race, caste, origin)/gender parity
- Marriage equality (race, sexual orientation)
- Hate speech (race, sex, religion)
- Reproductive rights
- Secularism and the rights of religious minorities
Course delivery details
This course is offered through Stanford University, a partner institute of EdX.
2-6 hours per week
Expenses
- Verified Track -$75
- Audit Track - Free
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