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[Discrimination at the workplace among immigrants in Italy]
M A Salvatore1, G Baglio, Laura Cacciani
1Istituto Nazionale di Statistica, Roma. salvatore@istat.it
La Medicina Del Lavoro
|August 14, 2012
Summary
Immigrants, particularly males from Africa and Asia, face higher workplace discrimination in Italy. Policies are needed to protect immigrant well-being against workplace discrimination.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Sociology
- Public Health
Context:
- Workplace discrimination is a significant health risk for immigrants.
- This study examines perceived arrogance and discrimination among documented immigrants in Italy.
- It compares immigrant experiences to those of native-born Italians.
Purpose:
- To compare the occurrence of workplace discrimination between documented immigrants and Italians.
- To identify risk factors associated with perceived discrimination among immigrants.
- To analyze variations based on origin, gender, occupation, and region.
Summary:
- Immigrant men experienced higher discrimination than Italian men, with odds ratios ranging from 2.0 to 4.6 based on origin.
- Male immigrants in construction/industry and southern regions faced increased discrimination.
- Female immigrants from Latin America and Africa also reported higher discrimination, especially those with higher education or skilled jobs.
Impact:
- Findings underscore the heightened vulnerability of immigrants to workplace discrimination.
- Highlights the need for targeted policies to safeguard immigrant health and well-being.
- Provides data for interventions addressing occupational health disparities.
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