A recent survey conducted by the Commission for Protection against Discrimination (CPD) found that 53.7% of 592 respondents reported experiencing discrimination. The CPD study analyzed various manifestations of economic discrimination across the country and presented its findings in Sofia on Friday. Regarding employment, 47.8% reported discrimination during hiring, while 33.1% noted issues with compensation.
Another significant area of reported discrimination was receiving additional benefits (32.6%), and 26.1% identified workplace conditions as problematic. Furthermore, 31.2% encountered discrimination related to career development and growth. The CPD identified several vulnerable groups most affected by labor market discrimination, including older workers (53.8%), ethnic minorities (50.4%), young people without work experience (38.7%), and women with small children (35%).
Economic discrimination was also reported in service provision, with 36.5% citing issues with access to healthcare, education, and social care. Discrimination was also noted in pricing goods and services (27.2%), public procurement (27.9%), and financial institutions (25.4%). The CPD reported that economic discrimination is most pronounced in Northwestern and Southeastern Bulgaria, and least severe in the South-Central region.
Over 60% of respondents believe this discrimination is widespread. The CPD suggested that negative perceptions are the primary cause of discrimination, affecting groups such as ethnic minorities, women, and people with disabilities. The Commission recommends strengthening anti-discrimination regulations, increasing public awareness, and implementing regional measures to improve service and job access.
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