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 on the death of a 15-year-old allegedly beaten by an SK official and one other
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) condemns the brutal physical violence allegedly committed by a youth official from the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) and his accomplice that led to the tragic death of a 15-year-old. The CHR NCR has launched a motu proprio investigation to address the matter. Based on reports, the incident was captured on […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the killing of a minor inside a barangay hall for alleged theft in Cabuyao, Laguna
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) denounces the killing of a minor, who was called for questioning for alleged theft, inside a barangay hall in Cabuyao, Laguna. The CHR Region IV-A has launched a motu proprio investigation to take cognizance of the matter. According to reports, the suspect, intoxicated at the time, entered the barangay […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the alleged physical and verbal abuse committed by teacher against Grade 9 students in Pampanga
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its deep concern over the recent incident involving a Grade 9 school teacher in Lubao, Pampanga, who allegedly committed physical and verbal abuse against three students. This distressing event was captured on video and has since circulated widely. As Ombud for Children, CHR emphasizes that schools must be […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights lauding the President’s order to boost aid for street children
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) commends President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s recent directive to boost aid for street children and homeless individuals or families that need urgent help. This proactive measure demonstrates our commitment to addressing challenging problems such as poverty and improving the lives of Filipinos, particularly those in the marginalised sector. President Marcos […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the recent cases of killing and exploitation of girls across the country
⚠️Trigger Warning: Death, Rape, Assault, Sexual Exploitation⚠️ The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently condemns the recent cases of killing and exploitation against girls in the country. These cruel and reprehensible acts not only violate the fundamental rights of these individuals but also impose a grave disregard for the sanctity of human life. The first […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the death of a 17 year-old boy after being mistakenly identified and shot by police in Navotas
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses grave concern over the death of a 17 year-old boy who was allegedly shot by officers of the Navotas City police after being mistakenly identified as an escaping suspect. In pursuance of our constitutional mandate, CHR is already conducting an independent motu proprio investigation into the incident. The […]
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 condemning the sexual assault against a minor by a TNVS driver
It has come to the attention of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) the alleged sexual harassment of a 17-year-old girl by a Transportation Network Vehicle Services (TNVS) driver in Pasay City. According to initial reports, the male driver introduced himself to the victim as a ride-hailing app vehicle service, but eventually convinced the victim […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the rape of a minor in an evacuation center in Zamboanga City
⚠️(Trigger warning: Sexual assault of a minor, rape)⚠️ The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the reported rape of a nine-year old girl in an evacuation center in Zamboanga City. According to the initial investigation by local police, the suspect, a 46-year old man residing in Barangay Tumaga, allegedly assaulted the victim in the […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the rape and killing of a 15-year-old in Batangas
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) condemns another violent act against our children following the rape and murder of a 15-year-old girl whose body was found on the evening of 8 November 2021 in Barangay Sta. Maria, Batangas. According to police reports, the victim went to a classmate’s house to answer a module together but […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the death of a 16-year old boy during an anti-drug operation in Laguna
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is deeply concerned with the news on another death of a minor—this time involving a 16-year old boy who allegedly fought back (nanlaban) when police officers were serving a warrant for a drug charge in Biñan, Laguna. We shall be conducting our own independent probe on this incident to […]