A new report finds Indigenous people, immigrants and visible minorities are more likely to experience discrimination than white, non-immigrant individuals in Huron and Perth Counties.
The report was conducted by researchers at Western University, in partnership with the Forum Research Inc. who administered a survey to 595 individuals in Huron and Perth Counties.
The report surveyed 297 immigrants and visible minorities, 62 Indigenous People and 236 White Non-immigrants in Huron-Perth
According to a news release from the County of Huron, the report found clear evidence of discrimination experienced in workplaces, schools, libraries and arenas, among other locations, that adversely impact belonging and inclusion in Huron and Perth.
The report recommends that anti-discrimination initiatives should be developed for areas where discrimination most frequently was reported to occur – workplaces, public areas and schools.
Additional approaches recommended to address discrimination include targeting behaviour and attitude change training to individuals most likely to perpetuate discrimination, helping bystanders develop the skills to intervene effectively, and working with organizations to change policies and practices.