Discrimination is unfair treatment of one particular person or group of people. The purpose of Title VI is simple: to ensure that public funds are not spent in a way that encourages, subsidizes, or results in discrimination on these bases.What is unlawful harassment or discrimination? Discrimination happens when people act on their stereotypes or prejudices. Discrimination refers to actual behaviour towards another individual or group. Each community participant has a right to be free from discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct in the learning environment and work setting. A simplified description of the legal definition of discrimination is when a person is treated disfavourably or when a person's dignity is violated. The Board of Education is committed to providing an educational and working environment that promotes respect, dignity and equality. Each community participant has a right to be free from discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct in the learning environment and work setting. Protected opposition also includes refusal to implement a discriminatory policy.