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Learn about the history and application of situation testing in Hungary, specifically in the field of discrimination. This method is used to reveal and prove discrimination, and it is conducted in person or via telephone. By employing unbiased and neutral testers, testing can provide direct or indirect evidence in legal cases. This article also highlights the importance of background investigation and training for testers.
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The use of situation testing as evidence in legal proceedings Marton Udvari Legal Defence Bureau for National and Ethnic Minorities (NEKI)
History of testing in Hungary • First used in 1997 by NEKI in the field of discrimination in access to goods and services • Testing is applied by other NGOs and in other fields (employment discrimination, school segregation) • The Equal Treatment Authority is vested with the right to conduct testing (2005)
The aim of testing • Revealing discrimination • Proving discrimination
Methodology I. Testing is carried out • in person or • via telephone
Methodology II. • Testers should be unbiased, neutral, and calm • Testers should refrain from provocation • Questionnaires should be used as supporting documents • Background investigation is essential • Training for testers is highly recommended
Fields NEKI is using discrimination in • Employment discrimination • Discrimination in access to goods and services
Testing in legal procedures Testing is used in connection with • The actual case of discrimination (testers are plaintiffs/applicants; testing is direct proof) • Discriminatory practice (testers are witnesses, testing is indirect, supporting evidence)