positive discrimination
noun/ˌpɒzətɪv dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/
/ˌpɑːzətɪv dɪˌskrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/
(British English) [uncountable]- the practice or policy of making sure that jobs or advantages are given to people from groups that are often treated unfairly because of their race, sex, etc.
- positive discrimination in favour of under-represented ethnic groups
- Some colleges feel there is a real need for positive discrimination in favour of applicants from poorer backgrounds.
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