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The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the recent decision of the Supreme Court, ordering the return of PHP60 billion in excess funds to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), while permanently prohibiting further transfers of the PHP 29.9 billion reserve balance. This ruling, as detailed in G.R. Nos. 274778, 275405, and 276233, reinforces the […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), together with the National Human Rights Consciousness Week – National Committee (NHRCW-NC), officially opened the 2025 National Human Rights Consciousness Week (NHRCW) on 04 December 2025 at the Jose Luis Martin C. Gascon Buidling, CHR Central Office, Diliman, Quezon City. This year’s theme, “Karapatang Pantao: Kasama sa Araw-araw,” highlights […]
On this year’s celebration, themed “Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress,” the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) emphasizes the urgent need to protect the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities in the Philippines. Genuine inclusion goes beyond mere accessibility; social stigma and systemic failures continue to create significant challenges. For many of […]
“There is one dream that all Filipinos share: that our children may have a better life than we have had.” As the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) observes National Children’s Month (NCM) this November, it recalls the words of the late human rights defender Jose W. Diokno—reminding us of our shared duty to build a […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) further strengthens its grassroots campaign through the third leg of the Lakbay Karapatan Tungo sa Kamalayan (LaKarAn) Phase 2 in Region VIII, Eastern Visayas. The two-day engagement was held in Samar on 28–29 October 2025. Spearheaded by OIC Regional Director Atty. Joy Sodusta and Human Rights Promotions Office (HRPO) […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) brought its flagship caravan, Lakbay Karapatan Tungo sa Kamalayan (LaKarAn), to the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) on 22–23 October 2025, with a two-day series of activities held in Tabuk City, Kalinga. The event was spearheaded by CHR CAR Regional Office, led by Regional Director Atty. Romel P. Daguimol, in […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses grave concern over the reported sexual harassment committed by a Manila City Council member against a colleague, an incident that has since resulted in the official’s suspension following an internal investigation. This incident is especially alarming as it occurred within a local government unit and involves an elected […]
Media and information literacy (MIL) is no longer just a technical skill—it is a vital human right in the digital age. By fostering the ability to discern credible sources, counter manipulation, and engage responsibly with artificial intelligence (AI)-driven content, MIL strengthens democratic participation and human dignity. The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) emphasizes that technology […]
Protecting children in situations of armed conflict is not optional. It is both a legal and moral obligation. Despite on-going efforts to address the humanitarian impact of internal armed conflicts, children remain among the most vulnerable. They face displacement, loss of education and health services, psychological trauma, and the risk of recruitment and exploitation by […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has issued an advisory expressing its strong support for Senate Bill No. 2929, or the proposed Universal Social Pension Act, which seeks to institutionalize monthly financial assistance for all older persons in the Philippines. Under the measure, indigent senior citizens will receive a monthly stipend of ₱1,000, while non-indigents […]
Every thread holds a story of strength, a vision of harmony, and a promise of a future that we must all weave together. This October, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the nation in marking National Indigenous Peoples Month with the theme “Weaving Culture, Enriching Future: Empowering Indigenous Communities as Bedrock of Sustainable Development.” […]