Title: Application of Affirmative Action Law in New Zealand: Uncertainty in Coverage, Definition and Results
Abstract: The term “affirmative action” refers to policies designed to benefit particular minority groups in society. Such policies may be used in any area of public life but are most commonly found in education and employment. This paper takes a case study approach, asking how the law regards affirmative action measures, particularly the current legal tests and thresholds for justification of affirmative action measures. It addresses what guidance New Zealand law provides in respect of the kinds of measures that can be adopted in such situations. Unfortunately, New Zealand law in this area is not as clear as one would like it to be. The relevant tests and thresholds are confused, overlapping and uncertain. This makes it difficult for an institution to apply them if it is considering – or has implemented – affirmative action measures.
Publication Year: 2004
Publication Date: 2004-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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