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Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 8:46 PM
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has officially kicked off Phase 2 of Lakbay Karapatan Tungo sa Kamalayan, dubbed as LaKarAn, in Region X–Northern Mindanao, with a two-day series of engagements held on 17–18 September 2025 in Cagayan de Oro City. CHR Commissioner and Spokesperson Beda A. Epres led the activities alongside CHR Region X […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) and the Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) have formalised a landmark partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on 27 August 2025 at the CHR Central Office in Quezon City. The agreement seeks to bolster efforts to safeguard the rights of media workers amid […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) continues to advocate for stronger, more relevant policies and domestic laws anchored in International Humanitarian Law (IHL), recognising that conflict situations are evolving and becoming increasingly complex with the rise of technological advancements and new modes of warfare. The CHR calls on the government, policymakers, and non-government partners to […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), led by Chairperson Richard P. Palpal-latoc, attended a consultation meeting with the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) held at the PNP Headquarters, Camp Crame, Quezon City, on 25 July 2025. The CHR delegation was warmly received with arrival honors by the PNP. Present during […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) proudly launches its newest advocacy initiative—the Bantay Bilangguan campaign, anchored on the commitment to uphold the dignity and rights of all Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs). This campaign aims to build public, institutional, and multi-sectoral support toward the urgent passage of the National Preventive Mechanism (NPM) Bill, in line […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has released a situation report highlighting the gendered challenges faced by solo parents in the Philippines. The report underscores the need for urgent, rights-based interventions to ensure their protection and access to essential services. Published on 11 June 2024 by CHR’s Center for Gender Equality and Women’s Human Rights […]
Pursuant to its Constitutional mandate, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) issues an advisory on upholding the rights of internally displaced children. This issuance aims to raise awareness among the public about the rights of children affected and displaced by natural hazards and internal armed conflicts. In recent years, the Philippines has witnessed a significant […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), in its role as the country’s Gender Ombud, proudly launches Beyond the Veils of Resilience: Voices of Filipino-Muslim Women—a groundbreaking publication that brings to the forefront the lived experiences of Muslim and Moro women in the Philippines. This latest release highlights the unique stories of resilience and struggle faced […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) officially commenced a specialized training program on the Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA) to Legislation and Governance on 17-19 June 2025 at the House of Representatives. This marks the first phase of the training, with the second phase scheduled for 24–26 June 2025 at the Senate, ensuring a comprehensive and […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), in partnership with Ateneo de Manila University’s Office for Social Concern and Involvement (OSCI-ADMU), hosted a dissemination forum titled Solidarity for Child Protection on 16 June 2025 at Ateneo de Manila University. The forum addressed the rising cases of Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC) and the […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) and the Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) Philippines renewed their partnership through the signing of a Partner Agreement on 09 June 2025, marking the beginning of new initiatives focused on the promotion and protection of human rights, justice, and dignity among youth. This renewed collaboration underscores both institutions’ commitment to […]
In celebration of the 30th Migrant Workers’ Day on 07 June 2025, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joined the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) in signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to institutionalize a more robust, rights-based framework for the protection and empowerment of Filipino migrant workers and their families. The partnership aims to […]