Know Your Rights

The Human Rights Commission works to promote and protect the human rights of all people in Aotearoa New Zealand. Their website includes information about your human rights and how to make a complaint if you think your rights have been breached.

The Health and Disability Commissioner deals with rights and advocacy specifically related to health and disability. Their website includes information about your rights and how to make a complaint if you think they have been breached.

The aim of the Citizens Advice Bureau is to help people to know and understand their rights and obligations and how to use this information to get the best outcomes in conflicts. It is a free service provided by trained volunteers. You can visit a clinic - there are five in Canterbury - or call them on 0800 367 222. 

Visit their website for more information.

Community Law Canterbury is a not-for-profit organisation which works to reduce and remove barriers to the law. They provide quality, free legal help to people in Canterbury who face barriers in accessing justice. 

They operate a drop-in advice service, or you can book an appointment. Find out more on their website.

This website provides accessible information about the legal rights of rainbow young people in Aotearoa New Zealand, and how to access support if they think their rights have been breached.