CHR, Ateneo hold forum on child protection issues
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), in partnership with Ateneo de Manila University’s Office for Social Concern and Involvement (OSCI-ADMU), hosted a dissemination forum titled Solidarity for Child Protection on 16 June 2025 at Ateneo de Manila University. The forum addressed the rising cases of Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) and the […]
CHR, FNF Philippines renew collaboration to promote rights-based governance among young leaders
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) and the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Philippines renewed their partnership through the signing of a Partner Agreement on 09 June 2025, marking the beginning of new initiatives focused on the promotion and protection of human rights, justice, and dignity among youth. This renewed collaboration underscores both institutions’ commitment to […]
CHR, DMW ink agreement to enhance human rights protection of Filipino migrant workers and their families
In celebration of the 30th Migrant Workers’ Day on 07 June 2025, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joined the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) in signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to institutionalize a more robust, rights-based framework for the protection and empowerment of Filipino migrant workers and their families. The partnership aims to […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the passage of the CHR Charter Bill in the House of Representatives
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its profound appreciation to the House of Representatives for the successful passage of the CHR Charter Bill on its third and final reading, with an overwhelming vote of 193 affirmative. This landmark development reaffirms the strong commitment of the legislative branch to uphold the rights and dignity of […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the Celebration of the World Day Against Child Labour
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the nation and the global community in observing the World Day Against Child Labour, reaffirming our steadfast commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of every child. On this occasion, we commend the Philippine government for its ongoing efforts to combat child labour. Notably, recent data from the […]
CHR, PANTAY sign MOA for gender equality in schools
MANILA, Philippines – The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), through its Chairperson Richard P. Palpal-latoc, and the Philippine Anti-Discrimination Alliance of Youth Leaders (PANTAY) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on Monday, 9 June 2025, as partners in promoting gender equality in schools across the country. The MOA signing is under PANTAY’s Project GEIS (Gender […]
CHR, PNP Chief Torre affirm shared commitment to rights-based policing during courtesy visit
In a landmark gesture of collaboration to uphold the dignity of every Filipino, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomed newly appointed Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief, Police General Nicolas Torre III, during its flag raising ceremony held at Liwasang Diokno on 09 June 2025. CHR Chairperson Richard P. Palpal-latoc, together with Commissioners Beda A. […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the Celebration of Migrant Workers Day
On this year’s observance of Migrant Workers Day, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) recognizes the invaluable contributions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) across the world—those who braved separation and endured unfamiliar environments to secure a better future for their loved ones. CHR affirms that upholding the welfare and dignity of every overseas Filipino requires […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the 2025 Pride Month Celebration
LGBTQI rights are HUMAN RIGHTS! ✊ ️ The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the nation in celebrating the vibrant colors of Pride Month 2025! We stand in solidarity with the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI) community in recognizing their freedom, identity, and diversity. As the country’s Gender and Development Ombud, CHR […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the recent remarks of PNP Chief Torre III regarding number of arrests as performance metrics
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the appointment of Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief PMGen. Nicolas Torre III and extends its support to the new leadership in steering the PNP toward professional and accountable policing. We take note of PNP Chief Torre’s “paramihan” statement on the number of arrests as part of metrics for […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the ambush of a barangay kagawad in Tanza, Cavite
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is currently investigating the fatal shooting of a barangay kagawad by a riding-in-tandem assailant in Barangay Bagtas, Tanza, Cavite. According to Tanza Police, the suspects had reportedly followed the official from their home to the barangay hall. The victim’s family had earlier noticed unfamiliar individuals loitering near their residence […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights expressing concern on the reported denial of entry, intimidation, and surveillance of journalists during the 2025 Midterm Elections
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses grave concern over multiple reports received through its Alisto! Alert Mechanism of members of the media being denied entry to polling precincts, despite possessing accredited IDs from the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). Some media workers have also reported experiencing intimidation and surveillance by unidentified individuals while covering the […]