Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the report of UN Special Rapporteur Irene Khan on the state of freedom of expression and the press in the Philippines
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) of the Philippines acknowledges the recommendations presented by United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression, Irene Khan, following her official visit to the country in January 2024. These recommendations reflect both progress made and the urgent reforms still needed to protect and promote free expression […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming PNP’s 911 hotline to report bullying incidents in schools
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the recent directive of the Philippine National Police (PNP), allowing incidents of bullying in schools to be reported through the 911 emergency hotline. This initiative is a significant step in enhancing child protection mechanisms by ensuring that cases of bullying can be urgently and easily reported. However, CHR […]
CHR kicks-off training on human rights-based approach to legislation and governance
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) officially commenced a specialized training program on the Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA) to Legislation and Governance on 17-19 June 2025 at the House of Representatives. This marks the first phase of the training, with the second phase scheduled for 24–26 June 2025 at the Senate, ensuring a comprehensive and […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights supporting the enactment of the Early Childhood Care and Development System Act
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes and expresses its full support for the enactment of Republic Act No. 12199, or the “Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) System Act,” which aims to enhance early education, nutrition, and caregiving support for young children. This law marks a decisive step toward realizing every Filipino child’s right […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
CHR releases human rights situation report on the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children in the Philippines
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has released a human rights situation report highlighting the alarming rise of online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) in the Philippines, along with urgent recommendations to address this growing crisis. The report, published by CHR’s Child Rights Center on 11 February 2025, documents a dramatic surge in […]