Try to point out to others that your rights have been violated; demand that they be respected. Let the other party know that you know they have no right to treat you this way. Highlight relevant articles in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Human Rights Convention or other international instruments. If relevant laws exist in your own country, cite them as well. Let others know what happened: put it in the press, write to your member of parliament and head of state, inform human rights NGOs. Ask them for advice. If possible, talk to a lawyer. Try to make the government aware of your actions. Let them know you are not going to back down. Demonstrate the support you can count on. Finally, if all else fails, you can go to court.
How can I protect my rights?
