Statement of the Commission on Human Rights calling for immediate action to ensure the safety of 6,000 displaced individuals in Maguindanao del Sur
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses grave concern over the conflict of factions in Maguindanao del Sur which has resulted in at least 6,000 displaced residents. As the country’s national human rights institution, we urge the local and national government to work towards addressing this matter, before more individuals and families are forced to […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the further extension of Martial Law in Mindanao until December 2018
PRESS STATEMENT 15 December 2017 Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the further extension of Martial Law in Mindanao until December 2018 The Commission on Human Rights respects the prerogative of the President, as well as the subsequent vote of the Congress, to extend the declaration of Martial Law in Mindanao. […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on Martial Law Extension
22 July 2017 PRESS STATEMENT Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on Martial Law Extension Believing in the rule of law, the Commission respects the powers granted to the President of the Republic, including the authority to declare Martial Law and suspend habeas corpus in the interest of public safety. This recognizes the fact […]
Human Rights Standards on Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the Marawi City Crisis (CHR A2017-001)
The advisory contains human rights standards and guidelines on IDPs in Marawi City crisis. The CHRP urges all stakeholders, especially LGUs, relevant housing and legal authorities, the police, and other government agencies, as well as non-government service providers, to adopt the standards and guidelines encompassed in this advisory.’ DOWNLOAD FILE HERE