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2024: 17% of New Zealanders Face Discrimination Crisis

5/29/2025

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In 2024, a troubling 17% of New Zealand adults reported facing discrimination, with racial bias hitting 11%. Women and Maori experienced even higher rates at 21% and 22%, respectively. Nearly half had encounters with the criminal justice system, yet only 40% felt confident in it. The impact of discrimination was particularly pronounced among Asian and bisexual communities.

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Story summary

In 2024, a troubling 17% of New Zealand adults reported facing discrimination, with racial bias hitting 11%. Women and Maori experienced even higher rates at 21% and 22%, respectively. Nearly half had encounters with the criminal justice system, yet only 40% felt confident in it. The impact of discrimination was particularly pronounced among Asian and bisexual communities.