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Manawatu Community Law Centre provides free and accessible legal services across the Manawatu, Horowhenua and Tararua region, delivering essential information, advice and education through its Palmerston North office and outreach centres. The centre operates as part of the national Community Law network, which focuses on helping people who cannot afford conventional legal services and aims to empower communities through practical legal support.
The centre's legal work covers a broad range of everyday issues, including employment rights, family matters, consumer disputes and civil and human rights concerns, with outreach services and clinics designed to reach people who face barriers to access. It emphasizes early help and collaborative problem solving, connecting clients with appropriate support where needed.
Client service at Manawatu Community Law Centre centers on confidential, non judgmental assistance and clear, practical guidance. Free initial advice is available through clinics and drop in sessions, and the centre offers outreach engagements and education sessions to improve legal literacy and help people navigate the legal system, with process oriented steps and next steps outlined for clients.
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Manawatu Community Law Centre provides guidance on employment rights, including information on workplace rights, discrimination and disputes, and offers initial advice through clinics and outreach to workers who may be experiencing issues at work.
The centre supports family law matters through community clinics, offering accessible information and advice for parenting, care of children and related family disputes, with a focus on practical steps and next actions.
Manawatu Community Law Centre addresses civil and human rights concerns by providing clear information and one-on-one guidance, helping clients understand and exercise their rights in areas such as discrimination, privacy and basic freedoms.
Immigration and refugee matters are among the centre's focus areas, offering initial advice and guidance to navigate visas, residency and asylum processes through outreach clinics and information resources.
The centre assists with disputes across civil matters including tenancy and neighbour disputes, providing information on remedies and steps to resolve issues and guiding clients through appropriate avenues for dispute resolution.
