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Are special/positive measures for securing advancement and protection of certain racial or ethnic groups widely adopted and implemented?

Code:
RED10
Key Area:
Anti-discrimination Legislation & Implementation
Strand(s):
Discrimination, Equality
11/01/2012 - 14:51
Short Answer

Not widely adopted, although there are some cases of positive measures for specific groups (Muslim nationals, Roma)

Qualitative Info

Some positive measures have been adopted for Greek Muslims and Roma in the last years, concerning housing (loan program for Roma) and employment in the public sector (quota for Muslim minority nationals). However, legal provisions have not been implemented efficiently or successfully in most of cases.

Groups affected/interested Roma & Travelers, Muslims
Type (R/D) Anti-roma/zinghanophobia
Key socio-economic / Institutional Areas Employment - labour market, Housing, Anti-discrimination, Integration - social cohesion
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