CHR and PCBL Celebrate the International Human Rights Day

The Commission on Human Rights regrets the violent conclusion of the recent strike of NutriAsia workers in Bulacan. The incident is concerning, especially that some workers and supporters, including students, elderly, and children, were injured and arrested during the dispersal.

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

Statement of the Commission on Human Rights commending the Bureau of Corrections for its efforts to decongest detention facilities

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) commends the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) for the release of 416 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) on 20 February 2023. Of these PDLs qualified for release, 78 were acquitted, nine were granted probation, and

Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, in support of the new PNP chief’s program to reform the national police

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has the mandate to serve and protect the people through law enforcement, crime control and prevention, peace and order, and internal security and safety. These noble functions necessitate credibility, integrity, and competence as with any

Position Paper on the Anti-Discrimination on the Basis of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression Bill

The Commission supports measure to protect people with diverse SOGIE from discrimination, including those addressing issues of employment and associated rights. The passage of the Anti-discrimination Bill based on SOGIE will be a major step towards fulfilling the State’s duty

Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the bombing of a Catholic Mass at Mindanao State University in Marawi City

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the attack carried out in the gymnasium of Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City during a Catholic Mass on 03 December 2023. Based on initial news reports, the bombing claimed 4