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Can I complain about things I don’t think are fair?
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Yes! At any age you can complain if you are unfairly treated. There are people and organisations that can help you understand your rights and how to complain. There are a few general points to bear in mind:
  • If you think something is unfair, talk to the person / shop / company / organisation directly about the problem first. Ask them for a copy of their complaints procedure if they have one;
  • Try to be calm and polite when explaining why you are making a complaint;
  • Keep a record of what was said and the date;
  • If the complaint is not sorted out quickly, write to the other party explaining clearly and objectively why you are not happy and what you want done to put things right – you may want to get some legal information from one of the websites listed below or www.youthlaw.co.nz before you write your letter;
  • Say when you would like a response by (remember to be reasonable about the time needed for them to think about your complaint, maybe get some advice and then write back to you);K
  • Keep a photocopy of your letter;
  • If the complaint is not resolved, contact one of the agencies which are there to help sort out complaints – check the agency’s website first to see if it is likely to be able to help with your complaint;
  • Tell the agency what you have done so far to sort the matter out, and offer to send copies of letters etc.



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devpas International Student Discriminated on mental health. 0 Sep 8 2010, 3:02 AM EDT by devpas
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I am an international student, who came to new zealand, with hopes of earning a post graduate degree, and find a decent way of living. The institution i was enrolled in were suppose to search me a job, as per the contract between the institution and the student. They Got me a job. in the midst i had been suffering from major depression as well. Just 3 days before i was suppose to start working in a hotel, from which i got an unconditional contract, my principal withdrew me from doing the internship. On being asked about the matter by a kin, she commented saying "i dont think he is mentally fit to work", when she doesnt have medical qualifications to say that. Also, there has been hypocritical behavior from their end. This led to a major depressive relapse for me, turning me highly suicidal, i had been on Mental Health (Compulsory assessment and treatment) Act of 1992. so far this course has cost me almost 30,000 NZD + 1 and Half year of my life and the most expensively my mental peace, i want to seek justice. What rights do i have? There has been discrimination, breach of confidentiality and unexplained removal. Please help
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