Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the alleged involvement of a person with disability in a smear campaign in Pasig City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses serious concern over the alleged involvement of a 57-year-old woman with a psychological disability in a smear campaign in Pasig City. The video, now circulating online, was reportedly recorded without the full understanding or informed consent of the individual involved, and has caused significant distress to her family. […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the viral post showing a Person with Disability climbing a high stairway in LRT
Accessible transportation with functioning facilities that cater to the unique needs of Persons with Disability are crucial in ensuring equal opportunity and access to basic services for this vulnerable sector. The Commission on Human Rights is deeply concerned that a Person with Disability was seen climbing a high stairway in the LRT Recto Station, as […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, supporting the call to expedite the passage of the Inclusive Education Bill
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) supports the call to expedite the passage of the Instituting Services for Learners with Disabilities Bill in Support of Inclusive Education Bill, also popularly known as the Inclusive Education Bill. CHR recognizes the progress made with the said bill, which has passed in the third reading in both Houses […]