Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the series of attacks against barangay officials
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is alarmed by the series of reported attacks against barangay officials. At least seven incidents of alleged ambushes, with 11 people killed, eight of which are barangay officials, have already been recorded as of this writing. On 08 February 2024, Roberto Carpio, a councilor in Nueva Ecija, was allegedly […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the alleged abduction of Jose Marie Estiller in Batangas City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its deep concern over the alleged abduction of Jose Marie Estiller in Batangas City on 20 February 2024. The CHR Region IV-A has launched a Quick Response Operation (QRO) to conduct a motu proprio investigation to look into the incident. Based on the available CCTV footage, Estiller was […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights recognising the call of Kapatid to investigate the ‘tanim-baril’ incident on a political prisoner’s wife in Negros
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) responds to the call of Kapatid, a support organization of families and friends of political prisoners in the Philippines, to investigate the alleged planting of a gun on the wife of a political prisoner, Pertinisa Jereula Charita, during a jail visit in Negros. According to reports, Pertinisa Charita was […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming the Supreme Court Rules on the Anti-Terrorism Act
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) lauds the Supreme Court’s issuance of the rules on the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) of 2020 and views this as a positive development towards the further clarification of the law. The CHR will continue to monitor the implementation of the law, to ensure that it will be utilized as envisioned: […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the establishment of a 24/7 VIP lounge for OFWs at NAIA
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) lauds the successful completion of the project that officially inaugurated a 24/7 free very important person (VIP) lounge dedicated to our overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1. This initiative stands as a testament to our commitment to providing a comfortable and supportive space […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights launching the Alisto! Alert Mechanism to support the Philippine Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists, as part of the National Press Week celebration
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is set to formally launch the Alisto! Alert Mechanism, its own initiative for notifying cases of alleged human rights violations experienced by media workers as part of its celebration of the National Press Week this year to recognize the fundamental role that media workers hold in keeping the Philippine […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on achieving a significant milestone with the fourth conviction under the Anti-Torture Law over the three cops accused of torture in Koronadal City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) scores a significant victory in obtaining a fourth conviction under the Republic Act (RA) No. 9745, also known as the Anti-Torture Act of 2009. The torture case was filed by the CHR Region XII and participated in the hearing of the case as a witness which resulted in conviction. […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights recognising and appreciating several legislators as human rights champions for their full support of the long-awaited and necessary passage of the CHR Charter Bill
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) extends its heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed legislators who have tirelessly advocated for human rights in both the upper and lower chambers. They have expressed their support for the CHR Charter Bill, which seeks to strengthen, institutionalise, and broaden the Commission’s mandate and capacity as the country’s national human […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the response of Amnesty International to the preliminary findings of UN Special Rapporteur Irene Khan
Just as there are constant changes on the human rights framework in an ever-dynamic country, laws and policies that aim to address challenges on promoting and protecting the dignity of every Filipino should be adaptive to these shifts in society. The Commission on Human Rights acknowledges the call of Amnesty International in its statement urging […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the preliminary findings of UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) recognizes the preliminary findings of UN Special Rapporteur Irene Khan to improve the current situation on freedom of opinion and expression in the Philippines after her country visit on 30 January to 2 February 2024. During the Commission’s interactions with the Special Rapporteur, matters concerning the Filipinos’ rights to […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the alleged ambush that killed two soldiers in Lanao del Norte
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its deep concern over the alleged ambush that killed two members of the Army Intelligence Group under the 51st Infantry Battalion (51IB) in Munai, Lanao del Norte on 3 January 2024. The CHR Region X has launched its motu proprio investigation to look into the incident. According to […]
UN Special Rapporteur Irene Khan meets with CHR officials to discuss matters on freedom of opinion and expression in PH
As part of the official country visit of the United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression to the Philippines, Ms. Irene Khan met with officials from the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on 30 January 2024 to further gain insights on the situation of the country’s freedom of the press, laws […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the killing of a barangay kagawad in Calapan, Oriental Mindoro
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) in Region IV-B is currently working on its independent investigation regarding the death of Anacorito Bolor, a barangay kagawad in Calapan, Oriental Mindoro who was stabbed to death in his house in Barangay San Vicente on 14 January 2024. Also known as Dok Ting, Bolor, 63 years old, was […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the government’s effort to pool funds for a livelihood program for jeepney operators affected by the PUVMP
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s order directing government agencies to pool funds for a livelihood program for jeepney drivers and operators impacted by the Public Utility Vehicle Modernisation Program (PUVMP). Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma referred to the livelihood program as the “enTSUPERneur,” which would […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights lauding the partnership of DMW and AMLC to combat illegal recruitment and human trafficking of migrant workers
The Commission on Human Rights recognizes the initiative of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and its partnership with the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) to provide safety mechanisms which ensure the protection of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) from illegal recruiters and traffickers. Through a Memorandum of Agreement signed by the two agencies, this is envisioned […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on DepEd’s effort to train teachers and parents on spotting “red flags” of bullying among students
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the Department of Education’s (DepEd) initiative to train teachers and parents on how to spot the “red flags” of bullying among their students and children. This project aims to determine learners who require intervention so that teachers and parents can identify and address bullying issues among students. According […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the dismissal of the police officer involved in the case of the missing beauty queen in Batangas City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has taken note of recent developments in the case of Batangas City’s missing beauty queen. This is in connection with the dismissal of Police Major Allan De Castor, the alleged suspect in the disappearance of beauty queen Catherine Camilon. Camilon has been missing since October of last year. According […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the government’s initiative to build 170,000 housing units in NCR
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) lauds the government’s initiative to build 170,000 housing units for informal settler families (ISFs) in the National Capital Region (NCR). This commendable program reflects a positive step toward addressing the pressing issue of inadequate housing and internal displacement faced by these vulnerable communities. The chief executives of all local […]
Statement of CHR Focal Commissioner on Emerging Technologies, Faydah Maniri Dumarpa, on the series of hacking incidents and cyberattacks on several government agencies
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), through Commissioner Faydah Maniri Dumarpa, expresses grave concern over the series of hacking incidents and cyberattacks on several government agencies. These attacks pose an imminent threat to national security, public trust, and the integrity of government operations, particularly in this digital age. As Focal Commissioner for Emerging Technologies, Commissioner […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the commitment of the Indonesian government to reexamine Mary Jane Veloso’s case
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the development on the case of Mary Jane Veloso, after the expression of commitment from Indonesian President Joko Widodo to reexamine the decision over the Filipina’s drug charges. We are hopeful that this will finally result in her release and return to her family. It must be remembered […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) Modernisation Program
Since its launch in 2017, the Public Utility Vehicle Modernisation Program (PUVMP) has sparked widespread discussion among various sectors of society. Objectively, the PUVMP aims to replace traditional jeepneys with “safer, more efficient, and eco-friendly” public vehicles. This transition necessitates the replacement of traditional jeepneys with modern ones, raising economic and financial woes for the […]