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Kia ora - Welcome to the Human Rights Commission
Our Vision: The Commission works for a fair, safe and just society, where diversity is valued and human rights are respected.
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Race Relations
Our Vision: Relations between the diverse groups that make up New Zealand society are harmonious, based on equality, mutual respect, and a shared sense of belonging to Aotearora-New Zealand.
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Equal Employment Opportunities
Our Vision: All people in New Zealand have equal employment opportunities and access to decent and productive work.
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Human Rights and the Treaty of Waitangi
Our Vision: The Treaty relationship between the Crown and Tangata Whenua operates effectively at all levels for the protection of the rights of Tangata Whenua and the benefit of society as a whole.
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Disabled People
Our Vision: Disabled people are respected for who they are and are able to participate fully in New Zealand society.
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International Human Rights
Our Vision: New Zealand's security and prospects for sustainable development are strengthened by national and global respect for international human rights law.
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Structural discrimination
Inequalities persist in health, education and other economic and social measures. The Commission is seeking feedback on its consultation paper looking at structural discrimination (institutional racism).
Enquiries and complaints
Unlawful discrimination is never OK. If you think you have been discriminated against, contact us.
Samoan Language Week: 27 May – 2 June
Fa’atalofa lava i Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa / Samoan Language Week is celebrated from 27 May through to 2 June.
Samoan Language Week promotes the Samoan language for everyone through a range of initiatives and resources.
Find out what’s happening near you and see how you can join in.
Pink Shirt Day – May 18
Pink Shirt Day is New Zealand’s national day of action against bullying. Wear a pink shirt to show you have the power to help. Find out more.
Christchurch human rights clinics
Cantaburians have found it difficult dropping into our temporary office. To make things easier, the Commission’s running “clinics” to talk about human rights issues – come along, say hello and have a chat. Find out more about the session times.
Our Christchurch office is located at 9 Baigent Way, Middleton, Christchurch. For contact details, information and advice visit the Commission’s website.
Human Rights in New Zealand 2010
What would make a difference to poverty, inequality and discrimination? See the Commission’s report card on the state of human rights in New Zealand.
Newsletters
Keep up to date with the Commission’s work with our e-newsletters on media and diversity, religious diversity, refugees, disabled people, the transgender inquiry, Te mana i Waitangi (available in English and te reo Maori) and more.
Youth page
Check out our youth page – online now.
Find out about your rights, watch videos, join our Facebook group or download the Rights & You wallet card.
Diversity Action Programme on Facebook
Sign up as a friend on the Diversity Action Programme’s Facebook page for news, events, discussion and activities.
