CHR on the Celebration of the 2024 International Human Rights Day and the 76th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) proudly joins the international community in celebrating International Human Rights Day and commemorating the 76th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) on 10 December 2024. These milestones underscore the enduring relevance of human rights in shaping a just and humane world. With this year’s theme “Our […]
CHR unveils the Narito ang CHR Contact Poster initiative to expand access to human rights services and enhance grassroots accessibility nationwide.
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) proudly launches its newest initiative, the CHR Contact Poster, to expand its reach to communities across the country with limited access to digital infrastructure. This project seeks to serve more Filipinos who prefer accessing public services through their local barangay or municipal offices. It is designed to complement the […]
CHR spearheads the 2024 National Human Rights Consciousness Week, a celebration of human dignity and empowerment
Dignidad, Karapatan, at Kalayaan — Ipagdiwang! The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), together with the inter-agency committee, proudly kicks off the 2024 National Human Rights Consciousness Week on 04 December 2024 at the Liwasang Diokno, CHR Central Office. This year’s theme, “Empowering Humanity: Upholding Dignity, Protecting Rights, and Promoting Peace,” serves as a rallying call […]
CHR’s Lakaran caravan to culminate in Manila with LAKAD-RUN and human rights initiatives
Manila, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) will conclude its Lakbay Karapatan Tungo sa Kamalayan (LaKarAn) Human Rights Caravan in the National Capital Region (NCR) on November 25-26, 2024. The culmination event, which will be mostly held at The Bayleaf Hotel in Intramuros, will feature a dynamic lineup of activities bringing together human […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights denouncing the killing of the chief of the association of barangay captains in Bulacan
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently denounces the killings of the president of the Association of Barangay Captains (ABC) and his driver in an ambush in Barangay Ligas, Malolos City, Bulacan. CHR Region 3 has already launched a Quick Response Operation (QRO) to take cognisance of the matter, mobilizing resources to aid in the […]
[COALITION AGAINST DEATH PENALTY] Statement on the World Day Against Death Penalty on 10 October 2024
On the World Day Against the Death Penalty, we unite in our call to affirm the right to life of all persons and call for the universal abolition of capital punishment. This day is a constant reminder to reflect on the progress made to abolish the death penalty in all corners of the world and […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights supporting bills that promote Corporate Social Responsibility
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its full support for the filing of Senate Bill (SB) No. 2355 and SB 2722 entitled “An Act Encouraging Corporate Social Responsibility, Providing Incentives Therefore,” as this encourages businesses to contribute to sustainable development, benefiting both business and society. SB 2355, filed by Sen. Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr., […]
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 […]
