Statement of the Commission on Human Rights commending bills that promote the right to adequate housing
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its full support for Senate Bill (SB) No. 1025 also known as “On-site, In-City or Near-city or Off-city Government Resettlement Program for Informal Settler,” and House Bill (HB) No. 00005, as these bills promote people’s right to adequate housing and an overall better standard of living. SB 1025, […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights denouncing the killings of barangay officials in Sultan Kudarat
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently condemns the separate attacks committed against barangay officials in Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Sur. It is important to note that these incidents occurred before the supposed plebiscite on the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Parliament Bill 223 to be conducted on 07 September 2024, but was […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming the Court’s decision, in relation to the death of PMA Cadet 4th Class Darwin Dormitorio
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the decision of the Baguio Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 5, which has convicted two former Philippine Military Academy (PMA) cadets of murder, and another former cadet of hazing, in relation to the tragic death of 4th Class Cadet Darwin Dormitorio in September 2019. Judge Ligaya Itliong-Rivera of […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights commending HB No. 9609 that seeks to establish institutional mechanisms addressing adverse effects of climate change in the country
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its full support for the passage of House Bill (HB) No. 9609, or The Climate Accountability (CLIMA) Act. If passed into a law, this bill will pave the way for the establishment of a legal framework which will ensure that remedies for climate-related human rights violations will be […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights supporting the selection of the Philippines as host of Loss and Damage Fund Board
The Commission on Rights (CHR) looks forward to the significant role that the Philippines will take in the international climate change dialogue, as it has been selected as the lead State for the Loss and Damage Fund (LDF) Board. Loss and damage, a term initially introduced during international climate negotiations, refers to a range of […]
CHR launches Public Inquiry on Red-Tagging, seeks to collaborate with various stakeholders to develop recommendations, initiatives to strengthen human rights protection in PH
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is slated to launch a Public Inquiry on 29 to 30 July 2024, as part of its conscious effort to determine the acts and practices that constitute red-tagging, understand the perspectives of all relevant stakeholders, and formulate recommendations to develop mechanisms aimed at preventing further human rights violations and […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights expressing grave concern over the admission of PNP personnel regarding planted evidence in police ops
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses grave concern over the admission by two PNP personnel of planting evidence during a supposed buy-bust operation against Bryan Laresma, 33, at the boundary of San Juan, Batangas, and Tiaong, Quezon on 28 May 2024, which led to Laresma’s death. This admission comes after Mst. Sgt. Juan Macaraig […]
Pahayag ng Commission on Human Rights upang kilalanin ang pahayag ng PNP na kanilang susundin ang BP 880 sa paparating na SONA 2024
Kinikilala ng CHR ang pahayag ng PNP na kanilang susundin ang mga probisyong nakasaad sa Batas Pambansa (BP) 880 sa paparating na SONA 2024. Ang SONA ay isang mahalagang kaganapan upang maipakita ng pamahalaan ang kanilang mga naabot at plano alinsunod sa prinsipyo ng transparency at accountability para sa kapakanan ng bansa. Ang SONA rin […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights expressing concern on the attack committed against a journalist in San Pablo City, Laguna
The Commission on Human Rights condemns the attack committed against a journalist in Brgy. San Gregorio, San Pablo City, Laguna on 15 July 2024. As part of our undertaking and commitment to foster a society where all media workers can exercise their profession free from violence, intimidation, and harassment, the CHR has launched its independent […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights lauding the release of Gerardo Dela Peña
The Commission on Human Rights welcomes the release of Gerardo Dela Peña from the New Bilibid Prison on 30 June 2024. Dela Peña was arrested in 2013 at the age of 74. More than a decade later, he has overserved his sentence, not including the total good conduct time allowance points he accrued. Upon his […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights decrying the death of a 19-year-old maritime academy cadet allegedly due to punishment
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the death of Cadet Vince Andrew Delos Reyes, a 19-year-old Maritime academy cadet in Calamba, Laguna, reportedly as a result of severe physical exercise imposed as punishment by his upperclass. “The Commission has zero tolerance for such actions. Such practices not only jeopardize the physical well-being of […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights lauding the House support for initiatives promoting and improving dental health
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the commitment of the House of Representatives to prioritise measures, which will allow Filipinos to better access dental health in their respective localities. House Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez has recently expressed his support for initiatives, which promote health education and access to dental care. Particularly, he mentioned […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights expressing concern over the displacement fears of a fishing town amidst ‘Mega-City’ development in Ormoc City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses concern over the sentiments expressed by residents of a fishing town in Ormoc City and their fear of displacement as the new ‘Mega-City’ in the city rises. Based on reports, approximately 500 residents of Barangay Naungan in Ormoc City are concerned that they will be forced to abandon […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming the proposed universal social pension for all Filipino senior citizens
The Commission on Human Rights acknowledges the approval of House Bill 10423 by the House of Representatives in its third and final reading. This bill, also referred to as the “Act to Maximize the Contribution of Senior Citizens to Nation Building, Grant Benefits and Special Privileges, and for Other Purposes,” was authored by United Senior […]
CHR calls for human rights-based approach to digital transformation in the Philippines during National Privacy Awareness Week 2024
The Commission on Human Rights took part in the celebration of the National Privacy Awareness Week with the National Privacy Commission. Anchored on this year’s theme “Data Privacy for All: Embracing Inclusivity and Diversity,” CHR Commissioner Faydah Maniri Dumarpa took part in a panel discussion which explored opportunities and strategies to enable access to the […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the attempted grenade attack against Bulacan Vice Mayor Alvarez
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) decries the attempted ambush against Bulacan Vice Mayor John Bong Alvarez last 04 June 2024. Reports point out that an unidentified riding-in-tandem tailed the convoy of Vice Mayor Alvarez from his residence and tossed a grenade into the direction of his vehicle. When the first grenade failed to detonate, […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights supporting the government’s efforts in achieving zero hunger
The Commission on Human Rights supports President Ferdinand “Bong Bong” Marcos Jr.’s directive to ensure food security and proper nutrition through a whole-of-government approach as part of the Philippine Development Plan to combat hunger and poverty. All government agencies and local government units (LGUs) are responsible for assisting with the implementation of the Enhanced Partnership […]
CHR launches MISMO, the new online complaint and request portal for Filipinos
In response to the evolving technological demands of our times, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) proudly introduces the Management Information System Monitoring Outlet or the CHR MISMO. This innovative webpage portal digitalises the process of filing complaints and requests, making it easier and more accessible for Filipinos to seek assistance from the CHR. The […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming the green initiative partnership of the QC local government and QC Police District
The Commission on Human Rights commends the first-ever green camp in Metro Manila, through the “Project Green Camp Karingal” of the Quezon City (QC) local government and the QC Police District (QCPD). This partnership envisions to promote environment-friendly workspaces amongst other police districts. During the launch of the partnership in Camp Karingal, QC Mayor Joy […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming the court’s decision to dismiss the final drug case of former CHR Chairperson and Senator Leila de Lima
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) applauds Muntinlupa City Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 206’s decision to acquit and grant “demurrer to evidence,” declaring former CHR Chairperson and Senator Leila de Lima not guilty and effectively dismissing her third and final drug case. In the court decision, Muntinlupa City RTC Branch 206 granted the demurrer […]
