Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the killing of a former Lanao del Sur mayor
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly denounces the brazen attack against a former mayor of Lumbaca-Unayan, Lanao del Sur, who was shot in broad daylight on 26 February 2025. The victim was pronounced dead on arrival after being ambushed outside their residence by unidentified gunmen. The CHR has launched a Quick Response Operation (QRO) […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the attack in Sumisip, Basilan
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the recent attack in Sumisip, Basilan, on 22 January 2025, which has disrupted the peace and stability that the province has worked hard to achieve. The violent assault led to the tragic loss of two soldiers, injuries to several others, and the displacement of families—further exacerbating the […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the criminality and violence in Zamboanga City
Security of persons against arbitrary deprivation of life is one of the vital responsibilities of the government to the populace. Ensuring that persons live in a society free from harm, conflict, or threats, is a shared responsibility amongst multiple government agencies and stakeholders. The recent incidents of violence in Region IX and Basilan pose a […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights denouncing the acts of violence committed against key officials in BARMM
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has taken cognizance of the cases involving Commissioner Archie Buaya of the Bangsamoro Human Rights Commission (BHRC) and the bombing of the Bangsamoro Health Minister Kadil Monera Sinolinding Jr.’s office. In response to these reports, the CHR Region 12 has initiated a motu proprio investigation and deployed a Quick […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the alleged mistreatment of a Filipino worker by PAOCC Spokesperson Winston Casio
The Commission Human Rights (CHR) expresses concern over the alleged mistreatment of a Filipino national committed by Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) Spokesperson Winston Casio. The CHR Region III will launch its own investigation to address the matter, particularly on assessing any potential human rights violations that may have occurred. In closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights expressing deep concern over the alleged sexual advances of a teacher towards two minor students in Cebu City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses deep concern over a reported case of alleged sexual advances of a teacher towards two minor students in Cebu City. The CHR Region 7 already initiated a motu proprio investigation, in coordination with the family of the minor victims and the Philippine National Police (PNP) in Region 7. […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the alleged consecutive aerial bombings in the Cordillera region
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses deep concern over the alleged consecutive aerial bombings in the Cordillera region carried out by the military as part of its counter-insurgency operations against alleged members of the New Peoples’ Army (NPA). According to reports, these bombing and accompanying combat operations have impacted approximately 2.700 residents in Barangay […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the killing of a barangay captain inside a barangay hall in Pampanga
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently denounces the killing of a barangay captain in Arayat, Pampanga, who was intently targeted inside the barangay hall. The CHR Region 3 has taken cognisance of the incident and has deployed a Quick Response Operation (QRO) to determine the details behind the incident. According to reports, barangay captain […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights denouncing the alleged assault committed by members of the MANIBELA group against journalists
The Commission on Human Rights denounces the alleged assault on journalists by individuals from the public transport organization MANIBELA. Radio journalists Val Gonzales of DZRH and Allan Gatus of DZBB were reportedly attacked while covering the three-day transport strike organized by MANIBELA in Quezon City. According to reports, Gonzales was physically assaulted and punched in […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights denouncing the series of reported rape cases against children nationwide
(Trigger warning: violence, sexual assault, child rape, killings) The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently denounces the series of reported rape cases against children across the country. These appalling incidents are a grave violation of human rights and highlight the urgent need for robust actions to protect our children and ensure justice for the victims. […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the series of violence committed against barangay election candidates and officials
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly deplores the recent series of separate incidents of violence against barangay electoral candidates in various parts of the country. As the campaign season for the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections have yet to commence, acts of assault and violence have already been recorded. The first case […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the assassination attempt on a mayoral candidate in Calamba town, Misamis Occidental
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) will be conducting a motu propio investigation on the slay-attempt of Calamba, Misamis Occidental mayoralty bet George Matunog Jr. The victim was shot on Sunday, 13 March, while walking towards his home in Purok 1 of Barangay Southwestern Poblacion by an unidentified gunman aboard a motorcycle. CHR condemns this […]