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 welcomes this development as a milestone in the protection of children’s rights. [1] This milestone underscores sustained […]
From awareness to action: CHR calls for stronger protection against child sexual abuse and exploitation
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the nation in observing the 30th National Awareness Week for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on 8-14 February 2026, as declared under Proclamation No. 731. For three decades, this observance has affirmed the State’s duty—anchored in Republic Act No. 7610, or the Special Protection of […]
CHR intensifies call to end OSAEC this National Children’s Month
“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 […]
CHR issues advisory on protecting the rights of children affected by armed conflict
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 […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the Celebration of the World Day Against Child Labour
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the nation and the global community in observing the World Day Against Child Labour, reaffirming our steadfast commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of every child. On this occasion, we commend the Philippine government for its ongoing efforts to combat child labour. Notably, recent data from the […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights supporting the proposed bill on Internet safety education
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its full support for the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 2934, or “An Act Establishing a Safety Internet Education Program in the Curriculum of All Elementary and Secondary Schools.” According to the proposed bill, SB 2934 seeks to complement Republic Act No. 11930, also known as the Anti-Online […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights Supporting the Proposed Bill Penalizing Child Support Violators
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly supports the passage of House Bill (HB) 8987, also known as An Act Ensuring Child Support and Penalizing Parental Refusal or Neglect Thereof. The proposed measure seeks to penalize the parent who fails to provide essential support for their children’s education, food, clothing, and other basic needs. Article […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights in support of the passage of the Magna Carta of Children Bill
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) urges for the swift passage of House Bill No. 10159, or the Magna Carta of Children Bill. We positively envision this to strengthen our monitoring mechanisms in ensuring the effective implementation of the United Nations Convention of the Rights of the Child in the country. During the first House […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights strongly condemning the series of cases of violence against young women
⚠️ Trigger warning: Murder, rape, killings, assault ⚠️ The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly deplores the series of separate incidences of violence committed against young women in Cebu City, Negros Oriental, and Naga City. The first case involves the gruesome murder of a 19-year-old in Cebu City who was later identified as Rhea Mae […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the recent hazing incident of a minor in Quezon City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is alarmed with reports that hazing was allegedly committed by the fraternity president of Magic 5 with a member of the Alpha Kappa Rho International Fraternity and the president of SPB fraternity against a minor that purportedly resulted in the victim’s hospitalization. Based on the preliminary investigation report of […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the cease and desist order issued by the Department of Social Welfare and Development to an orphanage in Quezon City
Pursuant to its mandate as Ombud for Children, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR)—through its Investigation Office and National Capital Region (NCR) Office—dispatched a Quick Response Operation team to Gentle Hands Incorporated (GHI), an orphanage in Quezon City, upon cognisance of the cease and desist order (CDO) issued by the Department of Social Welfare and […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the sexual abuse of minors in Quezon City, and the rape and killing of two girls in Tagum City, Davao del Norte
The Commission on Human Rights expresses grave concern over two separate incidents of sexual abuse against minors in Quezon City and the reported abduction, rape and killing of two girls in unrelated cases in Tagum City, Davao del Norte. On 30 April 2023, in Brgy. San Bartolome, a man allegedly approached a 14-year-old girl in […]