Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the passage of the Universal Health Coverage Bill
PRESS RELEASE | 21 OCT 2017
The Commission on Human Rights lauds the recent passage of House Bill No. 5784 or the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Bill, which aims to provide Filipino citizens with comprehensive health care and insurance.
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CHR unveils Diokno Memorial; calls for the defense of human rights
PRESS RELEASE | 20 SEP 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) will commemorate the triumph against dictatorship and the affirmation of freedom, democracy, and human rights through the unveiling of the Ka Pepe Diokno Memorial at the grounds of CHR’s Offices in Quezon City.
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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the PHP 1,000 budget allocation of the House of Representatives for the Commission
PRESS RELEASE | 12 SEP 2017
The Commission on Human Rights has always taken positions in favor of human rights. It does
so without fear or favor, in a non-partisan manner, and as rightfully mandated by the 1987
Constitution.
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CHR demands justice for the death of Kian, Carl
PRESS RELEASE | 06 SEP 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expressed readiness to work with other government agencies to secure justice for the death of Kian Loyd delos Santos, 17, Carl Angelo Arnaiz, 19, and other related deaths, especially minors, due to the government’s campaign against illegal drugs.
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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the passage of the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act
PRESS RELEASE | 02 SEP 2017
Recognizing its intent of liberalizing each Filipino’s access to tertiary education, the Commission on Human Rights commends the passage of the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act.
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CHR CONDEMNS ABU SAYYAF ATTACK, CALLS FOR THE PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS
PRESS RELEASE | 31 AUG 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) condemns the attack of the Abu Sayyaf group in Maluso, Basilan, last August 21, resulting in the death of nine people. CHR also calls for the protection of civilians in terrorist-stricken areas.
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CHR concerned over President Duterte’s remarks against UN Special Rapporteur, human rights defenders
PRESS RELEASE | 31 AUG 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is concerned over President Rodrigo Roa
Duterte’s expletives against UN Special Rapporteur on Extra-Judicial, Summary, or Arbitrary
Executions, Agnes Callamard, and other human rights defenders.
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CHR, PNP agree on more transparent reporting of deaths related to gov’t drug campaign
PRESS RELEASE | 29 AUG 2017
Officials of both the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) and the Philippine
National Police (PNP) met on Tuesday, 29 August 2017, at Camp Crame, Quezon City to discuss
possible partnerships towards protecting human rights in the context of the nationwide anti-illegal drug campaign.
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CHR calls for zero tolerance on WAV Challenge leaders not to be perpetrators but to lead campaign against VAW
PRESS RELEASE | 24 AUG 2017
The Commission on Human Rights expresses its profound sympathies to the family, friends,
and loved ones of Kian Loyd delos Santos.
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CHR calls for review of house-to-house drug testing policy 082417
PRESS RELEASE | 24 AUG 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses concern over the
ongoing house-to-house drug testing reportedly conducted by police forces in Payatas and
nearby barangays in Quezon City, Metro Manila, citing possible human rights violations during
its implementation.
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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the government’s measures in pursuing personalities involved in illegal drugs (1)
PRESS RELEASE | 13 AUG 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) supports the government’s campaign in combating the
possible dangers brought about by the use, sale, production, and distribution of illegal drugs in the
country.
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Bombing of lumad schools against int’l humanitarian law – CHRarian law – CHR
PRESS RELEASE | 11 AUG 2017
The Commission on Human Rights took a stand against threats to bomb lumad
schools saying that it would violate the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) that gives protection
to non-combatants, civilians, as well as civilian properties and institutions, during armed conflict.
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CHR Statement on the official invitation of the Philippines to the Special Rapporteur on Extrajudicial, Summary, or Arbitrary Executions
PRESS RELEASE | 09 AUG 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) lauds the passage of the Republic Act No. 10932,
otherwise known as the “Anti-Hospital Deposit Law,” especially in its intent to increase the penalties for the refusal of hospitals and clinics to administer appropriate initial medical treatment in emergency or serious cases.
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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on Martial Law Extension
PRESS RELEASE | 22 JUL 2017
The Commission respects the powers granted to the President of the Republic, including the authority to declare Martial Law and suspend habeas corpus in the interest of public safety.
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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on President Rodrigo Duterte’s ‘Miss Universe’ rape joke
PRESS RELEASE | 19 JUL 2017
The Commission on Human Rights continues to express grave concern over actions that incite violence against women, especially coming from someone who holds the most powerful position in the country
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Statement of the CHR on the use of airstrikes and the humanitarian condition in Marawi City
PRESS RELEASE | 10 JUN 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) appeals to the Philippine government to consider calls to
cease employing airstrikes in the besieged city of Marawi. This is in consonance with the call of
church, local leaders, and other sectors to prevent further damage to lives and properties in the
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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the Department of Education’s hiring of new teachers
PRESS RELEASE | 02 JUN 2017
The Commission on Human Rights welcomes the Department of Education's pronouncement
that there will be 40,000 new public school teachers added to the roster by the time classes start in June 2017. This surge in new items is mostly due to the K-12 program, with the majority of the new educators to teach in senior high school. READ MORE
Statement of the CHR on the declaration of Martial Law in Mindanao
PRESS RELEASE | 24 MAY 2017
The Commission on Human Rights condemns the recent attacks of terrorist groups in
the southern city of Marawi in Mindanao. We are with the nation in praying for the safety of
our sisters and brothers caught in the crossfire, as well as with our security forces on the
ground ensuring the safety of our fellow Filipinos. READ MORE
Statement of CHR Commissioner Karen Gomez Dumpit on the Fact-Finding Report of the Regional Internal Affairs Service – National Capital Region concerning Manila Police District
PRESS RELEASE | 19 MAY 2017
Statement of CHR Commissioner Karen Gomez Dumpit on the Fact-Finding Report of the
Regional Internal Affairs Service – National Capital Region concerning Manila Police District
Raxabago Station 1’s Alleged Secret Detention Cell and Violation of Anti-Torture Act of 2009 READ MORE
Statement of Comm Karen S. Gomez- Dumpit on the filing of criminal and administrative cases by the CHR before the Ombudsman against MPD-Raxabago Police Station 1 personnel over
PRESS RELEASE | 10 MAY 2017
Statement of Commissioner Karen S. Gomez-Dumpit on the filing of criminal and
administrative cases by the Commission on Human Rights before the Ombudsman
against Manila Police District-Raxabago Police Station 1 personnel over its secret
detention cell. READ MORE
Press Release of the CHR on the statement of Presidential Spokesman Ernesto Abella on EJK addressed to the European Union
PRESS RELEASE | 03 APR 2017
The CHR wishes to reiterate and emphasize that it has yet to arrive at a conclusion on whether
the spate of extra-judicial killings in the country in recent months is state-sponsored or not.
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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the passing of former Senator Leticia Ramos-Shahani
PRESS RELEASE | 23 MAR 2017
The Commission on Human Rights joins the nation in mourning the death of a respected
senator, career diplomat, women’s human rights advocate, and Filipina, Leticia RamosShahani.
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CHR to Investigate Lascañas Allegations
PRESS RELEASE | 20 MAR 2017
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) formally announced the continuation
of its probe on the Davao Death Squad (DDS), following fresh allegations linking the death squad’s
operations to then Mayor Duterte, even as it urged the Senate to pursue its own investigation in aid of
legislation.
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CHR Remains Firm Against the Reimposition of the Death Penalty
PRESS RELEASE | 07 MAR 2017
The Commission on Human Rights stands firm in its position against the re-introduction of the death
penalty in the Philippines.
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CHR Statement on the Resumption of Oplan Tokhang
PRESS RELEASE | 03 MAR 2017
The Commission on Human Rights denounces the resumption of Operation Tokhang
by the Philippine National Police. It should not continue because it has caused thousands to be killed without due process and many innocents have perished in the course of the campaign.
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CHR statement on the passing of HB-4727 (Reimposition of the Death Penalty) on Second Reading
PRESS RELEASE | 02 MAR 2017
The Commission on Human Rights is alarmed with the surprising speed of the passing
on second reading by the House of Representatives (HOR) of House Bill (HB) No. 4727, which seeks to reimpose the death penalty in the Philippines.
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CHR calls for zero tolerance on WAV Challenge leaders not to be perpetrators but to lead campaign against VAW
PRESS RELEASE | 21 FEB 2017
The CHR issues this statement in response to Presidential Communications’ Secretary
Martin Andanar’s statement stating that the CHR had cleared the President from the
extrajudicial killings including his involvement in the Davao Death Squad.
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CHR Statement on the Court of Appeal’s Issuance of Permanent Protection to Oplan Tokhang Victims
PRESS RELEASE | 16 FEB 2017
CHR Statement on the Court of Appeal’s Issuance of Permanent Protection to Oplan Tokhang Victims
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CHR Statement on the Suspension of the Anti-Drug Campaign
PRESS RELEASE | 31 JAN 2017
The Commission on Human Rights welcomes the recent pronouncement of Chief PNP
Ronald dela Rosa that all anti-drug operations shall stop nationwide while the PNP shall focus
on internal cleansing.
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CHR calls for the investigation into the abduction and killing of Jee Ick Joo
PRESS RELEASE | 26 JAN 2017
The Commission on Human Rights staunchly calls on the Philippine government to
investigate the abduction and killing of South Korean national Jee Ick Joo allegedly
by members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) last October.
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CHR welcomes EO 12 on Zero Unmet Need and Strict Implementation of RPRH Law
PRESS RELEASE | 16 JAN 2017
The Commission on Human Rights, as Gender and Development Ombud, welcomes and
commends the Office of the President for the issuance of Executive Order No. 12
“Attaining and Sustaining Zero Unmet Need for Modern Family Planning through the
Strict Implementation of the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Law,
Providing Funds Therefor and for other Purposes.”
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