Vilification -

Anti-vilification laws typically cover groups protected by human rights legislation :

: Based on race, colour, or ethnic origin. vilification

is a public act that incites hatred, serious contempt, or severe ridicule toward a person or group based on specific characteristics, such as race, religion, gender identity, or sexual orientation. ⚖️ Legal Definition and Elements such as race

: It must happen in a public place or be communicated to the public (e.g., social media, speeches, flyers). flyers). In many jurisdictions

In many jurisdictions, particularly in Australia, vilification is regulated under anti-discrimination laws. To be considered unlawful vilification, an act generally must meet three criteria: