Organisation
New Zealand Human Rights Commission
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NZ Human Rights
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Submission
Examination of Aotearoa New Zealand's 9th periodic report under the convention on the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women
This report shows that under the current Government many positive, evidence-based actions aimed at reducing intersectional discrimination against women have been curtailed, paused, or cancelled. The committee recommends a range of legislative changes to support and protect the health, representation and financial independence of women.
Systematic review
The Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme in Aotearoa New Zealand: a human rights review
From non-existent jobs and wages to the potential for human trafficking – migrant workers are being exploited under the existing Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. This review sets out a range of urgent human rights concerns and provides recommendations for improving the scheme.
Report
Conversion practices in Aotearoa New Zealand
After years of advocacy, the Conversion Practices Prohibition Legislation Act 2022 (CPPLA) came into force in New Zealand in 2022. This report captures the civil response to the CPPLA and makes recommendations to support survivors of conversion practices and prevent these practices from occurring.
Report
Implementing the right to a decent home in Aotearoa: fairness and dignity for all
In this final report of their Housing Inquiry, the New Zealand Human Rights Commission offers specific and practical guidance for different sets of stakeholders: policy-makers, and individuals, communities and housing advocates.
Report
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: a call to action
This report asserts that those living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder in New Zealand may experience an egregious breach of their human rights.