Major Experiences of Discrimination Scale (MEDS)

At any time in your life, have you ever been unfairly fired?

For unfair reasons, have you ever not been hired for a job?

Have you ever been unfairly denied a promotion?

Have you ever been unfairly stopped, searched, questioned, physically threatened or abused by the police?

Have you ever been unfairly discouraged by a teacher or advisor from continuing your education?

Have you ever been unfairly prevented from moving into a neighborhood because the landlord or a realtor refused to sell or rent you a house or apartment?

Have you ever moved into a neighborhood where neighbors made life difficult for you or your family?

Have you ever been unfairly denied a bank loan?

Have you ever received service from someone such as a plumber or car mechanic that was worse than what other people get?