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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the recent killings of motorcycle taxi riders

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the recent killings of motorcycle taxi riders in separate incidents in Cavite on 10 July and Caloocan City on 14 July 2026. These acts demand prompt investigations, the prosecution of

Killings | Motorcycle Riders | right to life
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the observance of Zero HIV stigma day

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the observance of Zero HIV Stigma Day on 21 July 2026 and encourages every Filipino to stand against the stigma surrounding people living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). CHR reaffirms that

People Living with HIV | right to health | Zero HIV Stigma Day
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the Tacloban school shooting incident

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses grave concern over the tragic shooting incident that occurred at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Leyte, on 22 June 2026, involving minors. We extend our deepest condolences to

Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act | Minor | Shooting incident
CHR urges swift passage of National Preventive Mechanism law to prevent torture and strengthen detention oversight

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) calls for the immediate passage of pending bills establishing a National Preventive Mechanism (NPM) in compliance with the Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment

CHR calls for stronger protection, sustainable reintegration for OFWs on Migrant Workers’ Day

As the nation commemorates Migrant Workers’ Day today, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) calls for stronger protections and sustainable reintegration to help overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and their families build secure and dignified lives. Amid growing global

Migrant Workers | OFWs
Pride Without Prejudice: CHR Calls for Stronger Protection of LGBTQIA+ Rights

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the nation in celebrating Pride Month 2026, and stands in solidarity with the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and more ( LGBTQIA+) community. Pride Month is not only a

Gender Equality | Gender Rights | LGBT community | LGBTQI | LGBTQI Rights | LGBTQIA+ | Pride Month | Pride Without Prejudice | SOGIE | SOGIESC
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights calling for urgent action to end red-tagging and protect human rights defenders

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) reiterates its call to eliminate the practice of red-tagging and urges all branches of government to take urgent action to protect fundamental freedoms in the country. The CHR’s findings and recommendations are

Human rights defender | red-tagging
CHR at 39: Standing with Filipinos through crises and change

As the Philippines confronts complex and overlapping crises, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) marks its 39th Founding Anniversary on 5 May 2026 with the theme, “Komisyon sa mga Karapatang Pantao: Maaasahan sa Krisis at mga Hamon ng

39th Anniversary | CHR Anniversary
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the armed clash in Negros Occidental
The CHR, through its office in the Negros Island Region, has initiated an independent investigation. Information from local human rights advocates prompted coordination with civil society organizations, local authorities, and security forces, including working with the families for
International Humanitarian Law | Negros Occidental
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights calling for rights-based implementation of “Oplan Galugad”

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) recognizes the State’s duty to ensure the safety and security of communities through legitimate law enforcement efforts, including initiatives such as “Oplan Galugad” of the Philippine National Police, implemented under the Department

Law Enforcement | Oplan Galugad | rights-based policing
CHR leads NCR dialogue to strengthen national framework on media safety

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), through its Strategic Communication Division under the Office of Commissioner Beda A. Epres and its National Capital Region (NCR) Office, in partnership with the Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) and

journalism | Media | Media Professionals and Journalists
CHR calls for urgent action to improve conditions in Bahay Pag-asa facilities

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) calls for urgent action to address poor conditions and child protection gaps in several Bahay Pag-asa (BPA) facilities across the country. This follows the CHR’s release of a situation report detailing the

Bahay Pag-Asa | Bahay Pag-asa facility | Child Protection | Children | Children's rights | Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act