Global experiences of discrimination

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No 22, OECD Policy Insights on Well-being, Inclusion and Equal Opportunity from OECD Publishing

Abstract: Promoting equality and combating discrimination are core objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals. Yet, internationally comparable data on the experiences of groups at risk of discrimination remain limited, particularly with respect to certain legally protected characteristics. Newly available survey data allow a global assessment of self-reported discrimination. When combined with objective indicators of inequality, values surveys and qualitative evidence, these data highlight potential drivers and consequences of discrimination. Results indicate that nearly one in four individuals worldwide report having experienced discrimination in their lifetime, with women, young people and those with lower incomes most affected. Complementary qualitative analysis from OECD countries further highlights how the intersection of individual risk factors shapes the frequency with which discrimination occurs, and the widespread effects it has on their lives. Together, this evidence underscores the breadth and depth of discrimination globally, and its far reaching implications for wellbeing, financial security and social cohesion – underlining the importance of continuing to invest in equality data.

Date: 2025-10-20
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