We promote and protect the human rights of all people in Aotearoa New Zealand. We work for a free, fair, safe and just New Zealand, where diversity is valued and human dignity and rights are respected. In this section you can find out more about who we are, what we do and why. Learn more about us and your rights.
Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that everyone should have. There are two main types of human rights – civil and political rights, and social, cultural and economic rights.
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What the Human Rights Commission does, how we do it and who we work with.
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There are two main laws in New Zealand that specifically promote and protect human rights. These are the Human Rights Act 1993, and the Bill of Rights Act 1990.
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We works across New Zealand to increase human rights standards in law, policy and practice. As New Zealand’s national human rights institution we work for a free, fair, safe and just New Zealand, where diversity is valued and human dignity and rights are respected.
We all have the right to be treated fairly, with respect and to be free from unwelcome racial discrimination. Read More
We all have the right to an adequate standard of living so everyone can live a life of dignity and freedom. Read More
All women have a right to be free from discrimination. Read More
We provide information and advocacy for disabled people and their families. Learn about human rights as they relate to children and adults with disabilities, and people with mental illness. Read More
We work with tangata whenua to promote the human rights of indigenous people through information, forums and events. Read More
Human rights were first expressed in the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Countries who sign up to international human rights treaties must include the rights in their own laws. Read More
Human rights matter to all businesses. We work to protect human rights by providing guidance and advice for businesses. Read More
We advocate for the fair treatment of all members of the LGBTQI+ community. Learn about your rights across different domains and how to address discrimination. Read More
Learn about human rights in New Zealand through our learning modules. Read More
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