Discrimination by Family Relationship

[RichardG]

I am employed in a non-profit. Recently a family member was terminated from their position, and immediately following their termination I was told that I am no longer permitted to continue my role but I must accept another role in the company and work different hours in order to maintain employment. Is this a illegal discriminatory practice?

 

[Betty3]

Based on your post, I don't see anything illegal. (unless you have a binding employment contract that guarantees you a certain role)

It's only illegal discrimination if you are discriminated against due to a reason prohibited by law (examples - religion, gender, race......).

 

[Proserpina]

I am employed in a non-profit. Recently a family member was terminated from their position, and immediately following their termination I was told that I am no longer permitted to continue my role but I must accept another role in the company and work different hours in order to maintain employment. Is this a illegal discriminatory practice?

Two questions:

1. Is the nature of the non-profit org religious?

2. What exactly is your relationship with the family member?

 

[cbg]

Based SOLELY on the information in your post, No, it is not illegal discrimination and is, in fact, a fairly common practice.