Rights in action
Human rights considerations in responding to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
Equity, dignity and respect must remain at the centre of our efforts to flatten the curve. The Government’s emergency coronavirus legislation is designed to protect those in vulnerable situations and safeguard our future. Such measures have significant implications...
COVID-19 Status – The Office of the Commission is temporarily closed
Due to safety protocols aimed at containing the spread of the COVID-19, the Office of the Human Rights Commission located at 32 Victoria Street, Hamilton, is temporarily closed to the public until 6 April, 2020. The staff are working remotely and available to assist....
Presenting with Obama!
The Human Rights Commission spent the morning with Barack Obama! At least he felt close and that served us well as we discussed human rights and responsibilities with the amazing students and teachers from...