Age Discrimination Public Consultation Launched
The Human Rights Commission today announced it has commenced a public consultation on age discrimination.
According to Executive Officer, Lisa Reed, “This consultation aims to understand people’s lived experiences, views and perspectives of age discrimination in the workplace, as well as in other areas of life in Bermuda. We want to understand concerns, potential impacts, support for and objections to the inclusion of protection from age-related discrimination in the workplace.
“The findings will inform the Commission’s recommendation to include age as a protected ground in the area of employment and the workplace within the Human Rights Act, 1981.
“The information will also support education to address ageism in Bermuda and to protect against discrimination and harassment based on age in the workplace.”
Mrs. Reed added, “As part of this initiative, the Commission invites all members of the public to participate in the survey. All results are collected anonymously. Age-related discrimination can occur at any age; therefore, we encourage participation from young people, those who are middle-aged and seniors. Age discrimination can occur whether you are 18 or 81 and beyond.
“In addition to the public survey, we will be speaking directly with stakeholders and will host a community conversation. The deadline for submissions is February 13, 2026.”
Ms. Reed concluded, “The survey is available on the Human Rights Commission’s website, https://humanrights.bm/public-consultation-age-discrimination/
“Accommodations are available to ensure accessibility. If you require assistance completing the survey, please contact us by email at info@humanrights.bm, by phone at [441] 295-5859, or visit our office at Milner Place, 32 Victoria Street, Hamilton HM 12.
“Hard copies can be provided.”
