A survey conducted by the Commission for Protection against Discrimination (CPD), involving 592 respondents, revealed that 53.7% reported experiencing some form of discrimination. The CPD study, analyzing economic discrimination in Bulgaria, found that instances of discrimination are prevalent across multiple sectors. In the labor market, 47.8% reported facing discrimination when hiring, while 33.1% noted issues with pay.
Other areas cited include receiving additional benefits (32.6%), working conditions (26.1%), and career development (31.2%). The CPD identified several groups most affected by labor market discrimination, including older workers (53.8%), ethnic minorities (50.4%), and people with disabilities (36.1%). Beyond employment, the survey indicated discrimination when accessing essential services.
Specifically, 36.5% reported discrimination in accessing healthcare, education, and social care. Furthermore, respondents noted issues with pricing goods/services (27.2%), public procurement (27.9%), and financial institutions (25.4%). The CPD noted that economic discrimination is most severe in Northwestern and Southeastern Bulgaria.
Regarding the causes, 51.4% of respondents attributed discrimination to negative perceptions towards certain groups, with ethnic minorities, women, and people with disabilities being particularly affected. A leading contributing factor identified was the lack of information (43.7%). The CPD recommended strengthening anti-discrimination regulations, enhancing public awareness through campaigns, and implementing regional measures to improve service and job access.
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