CHR, PNP Chief Torre affirm shared commitment to rights-based policing during courtesy visit
In a landmark gesture of collaboration to uphold the dignity of every Filipino, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomed newly appointed Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief, Police General Nicolas Torre III, during its flag raising ceremony held at Liwasang Diokno on 09 June 2025. CHR Chairperson Richard P. Palpal-latoc, together with Commissioners Beda A. […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the recent remarks of PNP Chief Torre III regarding number of arrests as performance metrics
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the appointment of Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief PMGen. Nicolas Torre III and extends its support to the new leadership in steering the PNP toward professional and accountable policing. We take note of PNP Chief Torre’s “paramihan” statement on the number of arrests as part of metrics for […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming the PNP’s assurance of maximum tolerance during SONA protests
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the statement of the Philippine National Police (PNP) to exercise maximum tolerance in handling the protesters that will conduct rallies during the State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on 24 July 2023. Law enforcers play an important role in enabling citizens to […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the PNP-PDEA misencounter and the need for body cameras
Last week Wednesday’s operation, which caused the lives of four anti-drug operatives, is a wakeup call for the quick implementation and release of body cameras or body cams for police officers and dashboard cameras in all patrol vehicles. The Commission supports the purchase and use of body cams for police officers, especially those conducting field […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the PNP’s warning among its ranks to adhere to its social media protocols after CARAGA police posted an image online depicting an activist with horns
The Commission on Human Rights welcomes the reminder of Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Archie Gamboa to his fellow police officers to strictly observe their social media protocols, as defiance to this would be meted out with administrative and even criminal charges. Duty bearers like members of the law enforcement are bound by high […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the order to “shoot” alleged agitators and violators of enhanced quarantine
The primacy of human rights even in times of a national health emergency means that due process and the rule of law still apply. Even stricter restrictions, such as the enhanced community quarantine seen to protect the people’s right to health, are guided human rights standards and principles. Even before, the Commission has expressed alarm […]
Statement of the CHR spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline de Guia, on the killing of a cop assigned to the chief of PNP
Police are the frontliners in curbing criminality and violence. Citizens count on the police to protect them from any threat against life, liberty, and property. But today, another cop, Police Major Jeffrey Dalson – who was assigned to the office the chief of Philippine National Police (PNP) General Archie Gamboa – is gunned down by […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the plans of revive ‘Alsa Masa’ in addressing illegal drugs
The Commission on Human Rights notes the recent plans of the Philippine National Police to revive the concept of ‘Alsa Masa’ in addressing the drug problem at the grassroots level. While at its centre is tapping the spirit of volunteerism, the Commission urges the government to ensure adherence to strict guidelines in its implementation that […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline de Guia, on the rape of a subordinate policewoman by a senior police officer in Palawan
Rape and other forms of sexual harassment in the workplace setting is a despicable reality faced by many women. It is appalling that such transgression was recently committed by a police officer towards his subordinate. This not only violates the code of conduct of government workers but also greatly impacts the credibility and ability of […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the recent comments of PNP Chief Oscar Albayalde to limit the number of women recruits in PNP
In light of the recent comments of PNP Chief Oscar Albayalde on limiting the number of women recruits to 10% of the police force and reasoning that such limitation is justified considering how women police officers get pregnant and avail of extended maternity leaves, the CHR as Gender Ombud reminds the PNP of the […]
Pahayag ni Atty. Jacqueline Ann C. de Guia, CHR spokesperson, ukol sa paanyaya ng PNP na mag-monitor ng rallies ang CHR sa nalalapit na SONA
Bago pa man ang imbitasyon ng PNP, ang CHR ay regular nang nagpapadala ng mga observers lalo na sa mga malawakang protesta. Ito ay para siguraduhing malayang makakapagpahayag ang ating mga kababayan ng kanilang mga saloobin—bilang parte ng kanilang mga karapatan at bilang importanteng bahagi ng isang demokratikong lipunan. Nagpapasalamat kami sa imbitasyon ng PNP […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the Supreme Court decision ordering PNP to submit data on anti-illegal drugs campaign
Press Release | 6 April 2018 We welcome and support the decision of the Supreme Court (SC) ordering the Philippine National Police (PNP) to submit data on the administration’s campaign against illegal drugs. It is a step forward in ensuring that the rule of law still prevails in our country. But, equally important, is on how […]