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 CHR spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline de Guia, on attacks and harassments against union leaders and members
In the current climate of hostility faced by rights groups, many union leaders – including their kin, friends, and colleagues – are beset with fear for their life and security. Reports and complaints alleging threats, intimidation, and harassment from State agents and vigilantes alike continue to come in despite repeated plea to protect the rights […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the Supreme Court’s courses of action in addressing cases of killings and harassment of lawyers and judges
The Commission on Human Rights welcomes the steps laid down by the Supreme Court in defense of the country’s lawyers and judges as they continue to face harassments and threats to their lives. It is high time that a stronger message be sent on the invaluable role of lawyers and judges in upholding human rights, […]
Pahayag ni Commissioner Karen S. Gomez-Dumpit ukol sa lumalaganap ng pambabastos at karahasan laban sa kababaihan, lalo na sa social media
Ang Komisyon sa mga Karapatang Pantao (CHR) ay matagal nang kumikilios para matigil ang karahasan laban sa mga kababaihan. Matagal nang mariing tinututulan ng Komisyon ang anumang uri ng victim blaming at mga kaugaliang nagbabalewala at nagsasantabi sa karahasan laban sa kababaihan. Matagal na ring kinokondena ng CHR ang karahasan, lalo na kung ito ay […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the violent attacks and unlawful harrassment against human rights defenders in the country
In less than two months’ time in 2020, an alarming series of attacks against human rights defenders in the Philippines has been linked to elements of the government. The Commission on Human Rights is gravely concerned about the patterns of harassments directed towards progressive individuals working with peoples organisations in the country. On 19 January […]
Statement of CHR Commissioner Roberto Eugenio T. Cadiz on the launching by the Commission on Human Rights of a National Inquiry on The Situation of Human Rights Defenders in the Country Today
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) shall be conducting a National Inquiry on the situation of Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) in the country. The inquiry is in response to petitions and complaints filed before the Commission, alleging Extra-Judicial Killings, Enforced Disappearances, threats, and other forms of harassment against organizations and individuals – collectively regarded as […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the alleged sexual violation during the national writing workshop in Iligan
This is the statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the alleged sexual violation during the national writing workshop in Iligan
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on recent incidents that undermine press freedom
Truth stays alive because there is a free press that guards it. All that we treasure and value are anchored in truth. Media speaks truth to power in the form of factual reportage, well-intentioned criticism, and/or dissenting perspectives. A government that genuinely serves the people would view free media as essential to social good instead […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the harassment of some members of the UPLM and NUPL
Harassment and vilification of lawyers labeled to be “leftist” is another addition to the continuing trend of attack against groups that are progressive in upholding the people’s rights. We continue to denounce this and repeat our urgent plea to the government to ensure the protection and security of the members of the Union of People’s […]