Gender-based discrimination and labour in Serbia

This report examines gender-based discrimination in Serbia’s labour market. Despite strong legal protections, discrimination remains widespread, particularly against women, Roma women, LGBTQIA+ people, and persons with disabilities.

Common issues include discriminatory hiring practices, unequal promotion opportunities, maternity-related discrimination, insecure employment, and sexual harassment. Based on legal analysis, surveys, and interviews, the study finds low awareness of rights, limited institutional responses, and underreporting of cases. It recommends stronger enforcement of anti-discrimination laws, improved institutional accountability, and greater support for affected workers.

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