Promotion of Equality and Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act, 2000 (Act No. 4 of 2000)Chapter 1 : Definitions, Objects, Interpretation, Guiding Principles and Application of Act4. Guiding principles |
| (1) | In the adjudication of any proceedings which are instituted in terms of or under this Act, the following principles should apply: |
| (a) | The expeditious and informal processing of cases, which facilitate participation by the parties to the proceedings; |
| (b) | access to justice to all persons in relevant judicial and other dispute resolution forums; |
| (c) | the use of rules of procedure in terms of section 19 and criteria to facilitate participation; |
| (d) | the use of corrective or restorative measures in conjunction with measures of a deterrent nature; |
| (e) | the development of special skills and capacity for persons applying this Act in order to ensure effective implementation and administration thereof. |
| (2) | In the application of this Act the following should be recognised and taken into account: |
| (a) | The existence of systemic discrimination and inequalities, particularly in respect of race, gender and disability in all spheres of life as a result of past and present unfair discrimination, brought about by colonialism, the apartheid system and patriarchy; and |
| (b) | the need to take measures at all levels to eliminate such discrimination and inequalities. |