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Human Rights Division
The African Nova Scotian Justice Institute provides clear, practical, and actionable advice on human rights issues at no cost. Our summary advice services, which offer a brief overview of available options, help individuals navigate the complexities of human rights matters.
Our services include summary advice on:
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Workplace discrimination
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Consumer racial profiling
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Harassment and bullying
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Access to justice
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Housing discrimination
Note: We currently do not provide representation at the Board of Inquiry or beyond the Early Resolution stage.
Need assistance with human rights services? Fill out our intake form, and a member of our team will contact you. ​​​​​​​
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What is summary advice?
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Summary advice is a concise form of legal guidance that helps individuals or organizations understand their position on a specific issue. It is not a full, in-depth legal consultation, but rather a quick overview or initial opinion based on the information provided by the client.
Key features of summary advice:
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Brief and Focused: Short and directly addresses the main concern or question.
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Preliminary guidance: An overview of potential legal implications, rights, or obligations without going into full detail.
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Clarifies Next Steps: Helps the recipient understand whether further legal action is needed, such as seeking more detailed advice, filing a claim, or pursuing mediation.
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Accessible: Often provided through initial consultations, advice clinics, or helplines to make legal help more approachable and less time-consuming.
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Not Comprehensive: Useful for general understanding but does not cover every aspect of a legal issue or provide exhaustive analysis.