The Free Speech Union was formed in 2021 and has grown rapidly. It came from the Free Speech Coalition which began in 2018 out of the need to challenge the Mayor of Auckland after he banned people whose views he disliked and treated Council property as his own.
Our job is to fight the expansion of government censorship, by challenging bad legislation and dangerous legal precedents. We’re the central hub of a network of Kiwis who are motivated by the dire need to protect free speech across all areas - media, academia, politics, workplaces, city councils…
About usWe advocate and defend your human right to freedom of speech, regardless of your stance.
We don’t take any sides on political, cultural, social or ethical matters. But we go into bat so that you can. If you’ve been threatened, silenced, fired, or cancelled, we’ll advocate for your rights through writing letters, petitions, spreading awareness and representing you.
Get in touch todayMassive free speech victories, another successful tour, and lots of quality listening for your weekend
Nov 10, 2024 What a week! There's a lot to celebrate: Two huge wins for free speech in NZ... ✅Police withdraw charges from Paul Burns. ✅Police backed down on policing 'hate speech' in response to pressure we put on them together. One fantastic tour... ✅Three successful events with Prof. Nigel Biggar. (One at... Read moreFree Speech Union launches professional memberships for teachers to defend free speech in the classroom
Nov 09, 2024 professional membership MEDIA RELEASE 09 November 2024FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Free Speech Union launches professional memberships for teachers to defend free speech in the classroom The Free Speech Union is proud to release its fourth profession-specific membership especially for teachers to ensure free speech is upheld in the education system, a crucial... Read morePolice back down on policing 'hate speech': a massive win for free speech
Nov 05, 2024 Hate crime MEDIA RELEASE 05 November 2024FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Police back down on policing 'hate speech': a massive win for free speech After the Free Speech Union exposed the NZ Police’s extrajudicial training of their officers to 'recognise, record, and respond' to 'hate speech', we are pleased and grateful to announce they... Read more