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 CHR spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline de Guia, in celebration of the National Teachers Month
Teachers are at the heart of the efforts to fulfill every child’s right to education and ensure that no one is left behind. The National Teachers’ Month–which starts today, 5 September, and culminates on World Teachers’ Day on 5 October–is an opportunity to honor the vital role of teachers in shaping the Filipino youth especially […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on case of the teacher-student incident aired over a radio programme
Media has an undeniable role in truth-telling, especially when done to fight injustices and violations of human rights. But it must always to do so to complement the rule of law, not supplant it. The Commission on Human Rights believes that every allegation of cruelty committed against children, especially in spaces we expect to be […]