WHAT IS THE EQUALITY COMMISSION
The Equality Commission is an independent commission under the Ministry of Social Affairs and Culture. Its remit is set out in the Gender Equality Act, which purpose is to eradicate all forms of gender inequality. Furthermore, the commission is also the board of appeal for complaints in the Ban on Disability Discrimination in the Labour Market Act.
The Equality Commission shall:
fulfil the tasks set out in the Gender Equality Act
monitor that the Equality Act is upheld
advise the authorities, institutions, companies and individuals on equality issues
make recommendations in equality matters
handle complaints due to gender discrimination