Frequently Asked Questions on CHR Karapatan Dapat Contest 2018
HUMAN RIGHTS SONGWRITING AND VIDEO PRODUCTION CONTEST With the theme: “Stand Up for Someone’s Rights Today” 1. What is the contest about? The Commission on Human Rights has launched the CHR Karapatan Dapat 2018: Stand Up for Someone’s Rights Today, Human Rights Songwriting and Video Production Contest. The contest provides Filipinos from here and abroad […]
Karapatan Dapat 2018 Contest Rules
1. The Songwriting and Video Production Contest (“Contest”) is open to all Filipino citizens, of all ages except current directors, officers, and employees of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR). No registration fee. 2. The theme of the contest is STAND UP FOR SOMEONE’S RIGHTS TODAY and all entries must be reflective of this theme. […]
CHR commissioner calls for rights-based approach to the deployment of domestic workers to the Middle East; urges owners of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Global E-Human Resources to surrender
05 March 2018 | Press Release from the Office of Commissioner Gwendolyn Pimentel-Gana QUEZON CITY – Commissioner Gwendolyn Pimentel-Gana of the Commission of Human Rights called for a rights-based approach to the recruitment and deployment of overseas Filipino workers as she expressed concern over the prevalence of the illegal transfer of domestic workers from one employer to […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on victims of criminality and universality of human rights
Press Release | 31 March 2018 The Commission on Human Rights assures the public that its goal in its work is and always has been protecting the rights of all people in the Philippines. However, we must reiterate the importance of due process and following the rule of law. This is the assurance that all […]
CHR Calls for the Investigation into the Abduction and Killing of Jee Ick Joo
The Commission on Human Rights staunchly calls on the Philippine government to investigate the abduction and killing of South Korean national Jee Ick Joo allegedly by members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) last October.
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights reiterating the call to investigate all “nanlaban” cases
All cases invoking self-defense (“nanlaban”) should be proven in court, especially those involving state-agents or police officers. Where police officers kill alleged criminals on the ground of self-defense, the validity of such must be established in proper court proceedings.
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the President’s order to the police and military to refuse investigation by international bodies
Press Statement | 2 March 2018 We are a nation of laws and we give primacy to the rule of law. As a signatory to various treaties, the challenge for the administration is to demonstrate its commitment and sincerity in fulfilling its treaty obligations and, in the course, show transparency in investigating human rights violations […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on Senator Leila M. de Lima’s first year in detention
Last 24 February 2018, Senator Leila M. de Lima marked her first year in detention. From trading illegal drugs under Section 5 of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act (RA 9165), the Department of Justice wants to charge her now with “attempt or conspiracy” to trade illegal drugs under Section 26(b) of the same law.
CHR, Lumad leaders hold dialogue on IP welfare in Mindanao
QUEZON CITY—The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) engaged Lumad leaders and representatives in a dialogue on Monday, 19 February 2018, concerning the welfare and grievances of Indigenous People (IPs) in Mindanao.
Statement of CHR Spokesperson Atty. Jacqueline C. De Guia on the Grievances of Lumads
PRESS STATEMENT | 20 February 2018 20 February 2018 The Lumads are among the most vulnerable sectors of society. It is expedient that any issues that further put them in the margins be addressed immediately. The Commission on Human Rights has taken cognizance of the various issues they have expressed (during a dialogue with CHR today, […]
CHR seeks stricter monitoring of overseas Filipino domestic workers
PRESS RELEASE | 16 February 2018 CHR seeks stricter monitoring of overseas Filipino domestic workers while improving quick response mechanisms to prevent human rights abuses QUEZON CITY—The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) called for a stricter monitoring of overseas Filipino domestic workers to prevent human rights abuses and modern-day slavery. Commissioner Gwendolyn Pimentel-Gana, the CHR’s focal […]
Amendment of the Corporation Code of the Philippines
Position Paper on the Amendment of the Corporation Code of the Philippines: Incorporating the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights in the Corporation Code of the Philippines The Commission on Human Rights welcomes the invitation of the Committee on Trade and Industry of the 17th Congress of the House of Representatives and […]