Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the Celebration of Migrant Workers Day
On this year’s observance of Migrant Workers Day, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) recognizes the invaluable contributions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) across the world—those who braved separation and endured unfamiliar environments to secure a better future for their loved ones. CHR affirms that upholding the welfare and dignity of every overseas Filipino requires […]
CHR issues human rights advisory to strengthen protection mechanisms for the rights of migrant workers and their families
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) releases another human rights advisory outlining its recommendations to the Philippine government in response to the recent concluding observations of the United Nations Committee on Migrant Workers (CMW). These observations pertain to the government’s compliance with the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the rise of alleged human trafficking cases involving Filipinos in Myanmar
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses grave concern over multiple reports of Filipinos being trafficked into illegal scam hubs in Myanmar. According to accounts, online recruiters exploit messaging platforms and applications to deceive individuals with enticing promises of high-paying jobs overseas, particularly in Southeast Asia. Filipino victims—along with other foreign nationals—were reportedly lured with […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the establishment of a 24/7 VIP lounge for OFWs at NAIA
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) lauds the successful completion of the project that officially inaugurated a 24/7 free very important person (VIP) lounge dedicated to our overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1. This initiative stands as a testament to our commitment to providing a comfortable and supportive space […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the commitment of the Indonesian government to reexamine Mary Jane Veloso’s case
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the development on the case of Mary Jane Veloso, after the expression of commitment from Indonesian President Joko Widodo to reexamine the decision over the Filipina’s drug charges. We are hopeful that this will finally result in her release and return to her family. It must be remembered […]
Asia Pacific Regional Review of Implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration
10 to 12 March 2021, General debate (Agenda item 2, 10 March 2021) Pleasant day to all. I am Gwendolyn Pimentel-Gana from the Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines, speaking on behalf of the Asia Pacific Forum of National Human Rights Institutions (APF). The APF is a coalition of 25 National Human Rights Institutions […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline de Guia, on the recent case of OFW rape in Jeddah
The Commission on Human Rights is alarmed and deeply saddened by the recent case of maltreatment of three Filipina overseas Filipino workers (OFW) who were allegedly sexually assaulted by their employer in Jeddah and passed on to different employers to do odd jobs for a fee. Rape and other forms of sexual harassment, cruel, degrading […]
Overseas Filipino Workers on Death Row CHR (V) A2018-004
Position Paper on Overseas Filipino Workers on Death Row CHR (V) A2018-004 The Commission on Human Rights calls on the State to recognize its obligations as a State Party to the ICCPR and its Second Optional Protocol. The ramifications of reintroducing the death penalty in the country have the potential to expose the Philippines to international […]
CHR commissioner laments DoLE chief’s statement; says migrant workers’ rights also a priority
Press Release from the Office of Commissioner Gwendolyn Ll. Pimentel-Gana | 29 March 2018 Commissioner Gwendolyn Pimentel-Gana of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expressed disappointment over a recent statement of Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III criticizing the CHR for its focus on political crimes and the war against illegal drugs rather than on migrant […]