Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the bill seeking to establish drug abuse and treatment centers in every province
The Commission on Human Rights continues to decry the harms and social cost of drugs and substance abuse to people and communities. We have since expressed support for human rights based approach to policies and initiatives that prioritise health, rehabilitation, and socio-economic interventions for the treatment and recovery of persons who use drugs. Senate Bill […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty. Jacqueline Ann De Guia, in support of the proposed bill that seeks to enhance media workers employment security and benefits
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the approval of the proposed Media Workers’ Welfare Act by the Committee on Labor and Employment at the House of Representatives. Originally filed in the 18th Congress, the proposed bill is re-filed in the current 19th Congress as House Bill (HB) No. 454, in consolidation with House Bills […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the killing of radio broadcaster Renato Blanco
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has undertaken an independent motu propio investigation, through its Region VII office, on the latest case of media killing—the stabbing of Renato Blanco, a radio broadcaster for POWER 102.1 DYRY RFM in Mabinay, Negros Oriental on the evening of 18 September 2022. The Commission decries this incident and notes […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the raid of a women’s shelter in Roxas City, Capiz
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is alarmed by a reported raid conducted by the Panay Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG-Panay) of a women’s shelter in Roxas City, Capiz. According to a statement by women’s group GABRIELA, the raid was conducted on the basis of a search warrant that identified their Secretary General Marivie […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the hazing that killed a student in Davao City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently condemns the alleged fraternity hazing committed by Alpha Kappa Rho Fraternity – Alpha Delta Chapter that resulted in the death of a student and seriously injured another one in Upper Mandug, Buhangin, Davao City on 18 September 2022. According to the statement released by the University of Mindanao, […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, supporting the PAO appeal for the release of elderly and sickly persons deprived of liberty
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) supports the appeal of the Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) to the Office of the President (OP) for the grant of executive clemency to 301 persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) composed mostly of those elderly and ailing. In line with the Basic Principles on the Use of Restorative Justice Programmes […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, denouncing the ambush in Basilan that killed 3 soldiers
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has launched a motu propio investigation on the attack allegedly committed by members of the Abu Sayyaf that killed three soldiers in Al-Barka, Basilan on 15 September 2022. Based on initial reports, the victims were ambushed by at least six men while on their way to a hill to […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the PNP Chief’s reminder to value the preservation of life
Time and again, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has stressed and cited evidence that a human rights-based approach to criminal justice establishes a high success rate in reducing redicivism as well as ensuring safety for communities. We note further that such an approach is in line with the Philippine Government and the United Nations’ […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann De Guia, welcoming the President’s remarks against calls to revive the death penalty
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the remarks and insights of the President that reflect his primary considerations concerning calls to revive the death penalty. In a recent Youtube interview, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said that there are practical and moral issues surrounding capital punishment. In particular, the President surfaced the moral issue […]
Statement of Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, CHR Executive Director, on the present administration’s plan to continue the drug campaign
In several occasions, both during the candidacy and after winning the election, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr affirmed pursuing his own brand of drug campaign focusing on prevention, education on the ill effects of drugs, treatment, and being within the framework of the law and with respect for human rights. The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the proposed increased budget allocation for climate change spending for 2023
Reports of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change provide clear, indisputable evidence of global warming. Key indicators point to alarming changes in temperature and increased frequency of extreme weather and climate events. While more and more States have strengthened their commitment to address climate change, there is still an urgent need for: (1) […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, welcoming the Court of Appeals ruling on the disappearance of two labor organizers
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the ruling of the Court of Appeals (CA) on 9 September 2022, which issues a privilege of the Writ of Amparo, Permanent Protection Order, and directs the conduct of a comprehensive and exhaustive investigation on the disappearance of Elizabeth “Loi” Magbanua and Alipio “Ador” Juat. Loi and Ador […]