Disability discrimination – being treated in a different way because you are disabled.

Equality Act – an active law from 2010 to achieve fairness and equality for everyone (as defined by the Act). It supersedes the Disability Discrimination Act.

Human Resources (HR) – the department within a company or organisation who are responsible for people and what they need.

Reasonable adjustments – changes made to make it easier for people living with a disability or health condition to access education and work.