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Protecting your rights

We don't just investigate complaints.  The Ombudsman has a range of other roles that go toward protecting your rights.


Protected disclosures/whistle-blowing

If you want to report serious wrongdoing in your workplace, we may be able to help.


Monitoring places of detention

Find out about our role in monitoring places of detention. 


Disability Convention

Find out about our role in monitoring implementation of the UN Disability Convention in New Zealand.     


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