But unlike the charter, it does not specifically outlaw discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation.
It outlaws discrimination on grounds of race, sex, sexual orientation, disability and so on.
In a recent speech, Clinton urged all states to end discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation.
These were set up to deal with discrimination on grounds such as race or sex in jobs, housing or services.
The new charter, she said, guarantees equality but does not explicitly prohibit discrimination on grounds of sex, religion or origin.
Lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and heterosexuals will all be protected under the law against discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation.
Beckett provides a wonderful chapter on the GLC women's committee promoting equal opportunities and opposing discrimination on grounds of gender.
He claimed that 50 years of legislation banning discrimination on grounds of race, ethnicity or nationality had led to serious and unwanted consequences.
The ANC took the liberalisation further, enshrining in a new constitution the right to freedom from discrimination on grounds of race, sex, sexual orientation or disability.
A lawsuit pending against Princeton alleges discrimination on grounds that applicants from other ethnic or racial groups were admitted with lesser credentials.
Applicants also promise that every competitor shall be given free entry without any discrimination on grounds of religion, colour, or political affiliation.
