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Why Kiwi businesses should have a family violence policy

Statistics show that family violence spikes in December and January and, for many victims, the workplace is one of the only safe places they can go to for support. Read More

It's time our workplaces step up to help deal with family violence

The damaging and pervasive effects of family violence extends well beyond the home. Many victims and perpetrators will invariably bring their trauma with them to work and are more likely to be disengaged, less productive and to suffer workplace accidents. Read More

Dr Jackie Blue: "Family violence is a human rights issue."

Statistics show that family violence spikes in December and January and, for many victims, the workplace is the only safe place they can go to for support. Read More

Better systems needed to address worker exploitation in New Zealand

A report out today has highlighted the urgent need for systems that better monitor worker exploitation in New Zealand, says the Human Rights Commission. Read More

Affirmative action needed to address trends impacting public sector workforce

The Commission has welcomed a report published by the State Services Commission saying it demonstrates the further need to encourage and support a more diverse workforce in the public sector. Read More

Businesses and workplaces encouraged to adopt policies that address family violence

This White Ribbon day, the Human Rights Commission is encouraging businesses and workplaces to address one of New Zealand’s biggest human right issues by adopting a family violence policy. Read More