People with disabilities

People with disabilities

In this section you’ll learn about the Human Rights Commission’s work to remove barriers for people with disabilities. Our work focuses on both individual and systemic discrimination. We intend to ensure that inequality is eliminated, the strengths of disabled people of all ages are recognised, disabled people are respected for who they are and can participate fully in all aspects of society.

We do this in a range of ways, from hosting public forums to contributing to policy development both in New Zealand and internationally. We also work with community organisations and disability advocacy groups across Aotearoa.