Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the alleged harassment and illegal demolition in Brgy. Bagong Silangan, Quezon City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses deep concern over the alleged harassment and illegal demolition that took place in Sitio Bakal, Brgy. Bagong Silangan, Quezon City. CHR National Capital Region (NCR) has already launched its initial investigation to take cognizance of the matter. The Commission has also facilitated an open dialogue between the affected […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the reported intimidation committed against journalists during a demolition in Angeles City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its grave concern after receiving reports that journalists were threatened by members of a demolition team while covering an incident at Sitio Balubad, Brgy. Anunas, Angeles City, Pampanga on 12 March 2024. CHR Region III has dispatched a Quick Response Operation to immediately conduct an investigation regarding this […]
CHR Region III intervention prompted the reconstruction of a senior citizen center in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan
by Azenath L. Formoso The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) in Region III interceded to ensure the reconstruction of the Senior Citizen Center in Harmony Hills Subdivision in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. A portion of the said senior facility was mistakenly demolished during a clearing operation conducted by the local government unit (LGU) of […]