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Traditional as well as new forms of discrimination are prevalent in the workforce worldwide, an International Labor Organization report has shown. Gays and lesbians, people with HIV/Aids or disabilities and women all face new and subtle forms of discrimination. Despite increasing their numbers in the workforce, it is commonly found that women earn less than men for the same jobs throughout the world. In addition, the report reveals "newly emerging forms of discrimination." Forms of discrimination based on age and sexual orientation are emerging, while practices penalising people with genetic predisposition to certain illnesses or those with lifestyles deemed unhealthy are increasing.