CHR Articles – CHR Philippines

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

CHR welcomes PH delisting from UN list of grave child rights violations after 22 years

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), in line with its monitoring and watchdog mandate, notes the Philippines’ removal from the United Nations’ list of situations with grave child rights violations related to armed conflict after 22 years, and

Child Rights | child rights violations | Children | childrens right | Situations of Armed Conflict | Special Protection of Children in Situations of Armed Conflict

Statement of the Commission on Human Rights calling for the protection of economic and social rights amid rising fuel costs

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses concern over rising fuel costs and their impact on the enjoyment of economic and social rights, particularly among vulnerable and marginalized sectors. Amid global economic and geopolitical uncertainties, these increases have

Economic Social and Cultural Rights | Fuel Subsidy | Rising fuel costs | Transportation

CHR calls for full reparation, recognition, and justice for the Malaya Lolas

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has issued a Gender Ombud Policy Advisory calling for full reparation, recognition, redress, and an official apology for the Malaya Lolas, Filipina survivors of wartime sexual slavery during the Japanese occupation of

CEDAW | Magna Carta of Women | Malaya Lolas

Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the sexist remarks made by Quezon City Rep. Suntay during a House hearing

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the inappropriate remarks made by Quezon City Fourth District Representative Jesus Manuel Suntay toward an actress during a recent House hearing. Such conduct has no place in official proceedings where

CHR partners with the Supreme Court to expand free legal aid under ULAS

The Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines (CHR) proudly announces its partnership with the Supreme Court of the Philippines in the implementation of the Unified Legal Aid Service (ULAS), a landmark initiative designed to ensure that indigent,

CHR Services | ULAS | Vulnerable Sector

CHR amplifies call for protection of women human rights defenders on Women’s Month 2026

Kababaihan, manindigan para sa iyong karapatan! The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), as the country’s Gender Ombud under the Magna Carta of Women, celebrates all women this month. This year’s celebration of National Women’s Month is specially dedicated