Yvonne van Dongen: Is the Human Rights Commission Fit for Purpose?

Stephen Rainbow’s appointment as Human Rights Commissioner in August last year was widely regarded as contentious by trans activists who accused him of anti-trans views.

Despite the fact that close scrutiny of his social media posts failed to unearth any damning evidence to support this claim, the selection panel did not recommend him for the role. It was Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith who advocated for his appointment.