2. Series of studies, since 2006, economic situation
included as question since 2009
Aim of study to provide insight into the evolution of
perceptions, attitudes, knowledge and awareness of
discrimination
Included questions on transsexual and transgender
persons for the first time, the situation of Roma people
and the links between accessibility and discrimination
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3. A majority of Europeans (54%, +5 percentage points
since 2009) consider that, due to the economic crisis,
policies promoting equality and diversity are regarded
as less important and receive less funding.
Increasing acceptance of diversity,
◦ Increase in numbers comfortable with person from one of the
minority groups leading their country 2009, in Ireland 9.6% in
2012 up from 6.5% in 2009
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4. Discrimination is still considered to be common in the EU
Member States. The most widely perceived grounds
◦ ethnic origin (56%)
◦ disability (46%)
◦ sexual orientation (46%)
◦ gender identity (45%)
Overall, there is widespread support among Europeans for
◦ training employees and employers on diversity issues (79%)
◦ monitoring recruitment procedures (76%)
◦ monitoring the composition of the workforce (69%).
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