CHR calls for urgent action to improve conditions in Bahay Pag-asa facilities
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) calls for urgent action to address poor conditions and child protection gaps in several Bahay Pag-asa (BPA) facilities across the country. This follows the CHR’s release of a situation report detailing the findings of its nationwide monitoring of BPA facilities. The CHR documented serious issues in the implementation of […]
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 issues advisory on the rights of internally displaced children
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 […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights supporting the enactment of the Early Childhood Care and Development System Act
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes and expresses its full support for the enactment of Republic Act No. 12199, or the “Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) System Act,” which aims to enhance early education, nutrition, and caregiving support for young children. This law marks a decisive step toward realizing every Filipino child’s right […]
CHR releases human rights situation report on the online sexual abuse and exploitation of children in the Philippines
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has released a human rights situation report highlighting the alarming rise of online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) in the Philippines, along with urgent recommendations to address this growing crisis. The report, published by CHR’s Child Rights Center on 11 February 2025, documents a dramatic surge in […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights lauding the signing of the Basic Education Mental Health Law
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) commends the efforts of our legislators for crafting laws that enhance the Philippine education system by establishing strong mechanisms to implement comprehensive school-based mental health programs across all public and private basic education institutions. Signed into law on 09 December 2024, Republic Act (RA) No. 12080, or the Basic […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on UNICEF’s report showing that over half of children in the country suffer violent discipline
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses deep concern over the recent findings in the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) report. The study reveals that over 23 million children under the age of 14 experience violent discipline within their homes—an alarming statistic that underscores the deeply ingrained culture of violence affecting many Filipino children. UNICEF’s […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming Senate Bill No. 2608 or the establishment of central kitchens in public schools
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes Senate Bill (SB) No. 2608 also known as the “Central Kitchens Act,” as it advances the Philippines’ fight against malnutrition, and contributes to the overall well-being and development of children by supporting their health and learning competence. Amending the Republic Act (RA) No. 11037 or the “Masustansyang Pagkain […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming HB No. 9997, which advocates for the inclusion of road safety education in the K-12 Program
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the filing of House Bill (HB) No. 9997, a legislative measure which seeks to reduce the number of road traffic-related accidents in the country through the integration of relevant safety education in the country’s school curriculum. HB No. 9997 highlights the vulnerability of children and youth to road […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights in support of the bill protecting the minor children of OFWs
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly supports the passage of House Bill No. (HB) 08560 or the “Overseas Filipino Workers’ Left Behind-Children Protection Act,” which seeks to institutionalize mechanisms, under the Parens Patriae doctrine, for the protection of minor children whose parents are Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) employed abroad. According to the proposed bill, […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights supporting the proposed Senate bill which promotes quality childhood education
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its full support for Senate Bill (SB) No. 2575, also known as the “Basic Education and Early Childhood Care and Development Alignment Act.” This bill focuses on amending the current provisions in Republic Act No. 10410, with the intention of aligning the basic education curriculum and the Early […]