Statement of the Commission on Human Rights welcoming the proposed bill on protecting the rights of women deprived of liberty
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its support for House Bill No. 402, known as the “Dignity of Women Deprived of Liberty Act.” This bill aims to address the vulnerabilities faced by women in detention facilities and jails. As the country’s independent national human rights institution, we recognize the distinct needs of these women, […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the killings of two women and a child in Las Piñas City
⚠️(Trigger Warning: Violence, killings, assault)⚠️ The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently condemns the killings of three individuals in Las Piñas City. According to reports, a woman and her niece and nephew, aged 19 and 11, were killed after being struck with a two-by-two wooden plank (dos-por-dos) by her live-in partner in Barangay Pulang Lupa […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights commending the activation of the PNP virtual helpline for women and children
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) extends its commendation to the Philippine National Police (PNP) for the activation of its virtual helpline for women and children who experience abuse, violence, and concerns related to their safety, protection, and empowerment. Dubbed “AlengPulis with the CyberSquad,” this initiative by the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group is a significant step […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights lauding House bills which push for women’s equal participation in political parties and gender-responsive systems during emergencies
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its utmost support for House Bills being deliberated at the House Committee on Women and Gender Equality which envision to address the existing gender gaps in political participation and in establishing protocols during public health emergencies, threats, disasters, and other events that directly respond to the specific needs […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights denouncing the recent cases of sexual abuse and violence against women and young girls
Trigger warning: Sexual assault, rape, murder, death The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly deplores the recent separate cases of rape and violence committed against young girls and women. In Atimonan, Quezon, a 7-year-old was found dead inside a sack wearing no underwear in the afternoon of 2 March 2024. Based on CCTV footage, the […]
Welcome Address of CHR Commissioner, Hon. Faydah M. Dumarpa, during the “Women, Life, & Liberty: Women’s Situations in Jails and Access to Justice” Forum (30 March 2023)
30 March 2023, 3:00 PM, via Zoom Hon. Faydah M. Dumarpa | Commissioner, Philippine Commission on Human Rights Asallamuwalaikum at magandang hapon po sa inyong lahat, ako po si Commissioner Faydah Dumarpa, Focal Commissioner for Women’s Rights and Persons Deprived of their Liberty ng Komisyon sa mga Kaparatang Pantao. It is my pleasure to welcome […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights supporting the calls to ratify ILO Convention 190 to eradicate violence and harassment against women workers
Since the 1970s, the country’s labor market has been driven by export-oriented economic policies that employ women in industries such as domestic care, textile and garment production, food processing, and electronics manufacturing.[1][2] While this en masse recruitment of Filipina laborers paved the way for progress in addressing gender gap issues in terms of economic opportunities, […]
Speech of CHR Commissioner, Hon. Faydah M. Dumarpa, during the”CyberSafe against Fake News: Being Smart, Being Safe and Staying Ahead! Ensuring Women and Girls’ Safe Online Experience” – CSW67 Side Event (10 March 2023)
10 March 2023, Conference Room 8, 1:15-2:30PM | United Nations Headquarters, New York Hon. Faydah M. Dumarpa | Commissioner, Philippine Commission on Human Rights Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon. The Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines, as a National Human Rights Institution and Gender and Development Ombud under the Magna Carta of Women […]
Conference on “Women in Islam: Understanding the Rights and Identity of Women in the Islamic World”
Venue: Ecosoc ChamberIntervention Time: March 8, 2023; 10:00-3:00PM (Intervention period 10:00-12:00) Assalamualaikum. I am Faydah Dumarpa, Commissioner of the Philippine Commission on Human Rights, the country’s National Human Rights Institution and Gender and Development Ombud. Since the Commission’s creation 38 years ago, I am the first Muslim woman to be appointed as Commissioner. In the […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann De Guia, welcoming the House Speaker’s support for the legislative agenda for women
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the expression of support from the leadership of the House of Representative (HOR) for women solons and their legislative agenda. In his message during the organizational meeting of the Association of Women Legislators Foundation, Inc. (AWLFI), House Speaker Martin Romualdez vowed to be consultative and collaborative with the […]
CHR Report: Situation of Indigenous Women and Girls during the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Magna Carta of Women identifies indigenous women and girls as one of the sectors of women whose rights need to be protected, promoted, and upheld. Crucial as well in the fulfillment of their fundamental freedoms is the elimination of discrimination against them. However, when COVID-19 lockdowns were implemented across the country, many within their […]
Statement of the CHR Gender Equality and Women’s Human Rights Center calling for the immediate take down and investigation of businesses selling shirts depicting sexual objectification of women
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) as Gender Ombud is deeply alarmed and concerned that t-shirts portraying women in hypersexualized positions are openly marketed in different online platforms in the country. A report by Women’s Legal and Human Rights Bureau, a feminist non-government organisation, has alerted the CHR that the company called KNPP is openly […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, lauding the PhilHealth’s provision of financial benefits for women with cancer
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) lauds the efforts of Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to provide financial benefits for women with cancer and other gynecological issues. Health security is an essential aspect of upholding the right to health and overall well-being of women. Offering a health package that is tailor-fitted to the specific health […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights as Gender Ombud condemning sexist and misogynistic campaigning and violence against women in politics
The Commission on Human Rights, as Gender Ombud, joins the collective condemnation of the manipulated and fabricated videos of Aika Robredo circulating online. The sexist and misogynistic style of campaigning in Philippine elections must stop. Since 2016, the Commission has spoken out against the rampant and normalized sexism and misogyny during and even after elections. […]
Statement of Karen S. Gomez Dumpit, Focal Commissioner on Gender Equality and Women’s Human Rights Gender Ombud honors women’s human rights defenders; Credits women’s rights defenders for passage of key legislations on women and girls
This International Women’s Day, the Commission on Human Rights, as Gender Ombud honors and celebrates the important work of women human rights defenders in communities in national and international spaces, and of women human rights advocates in government. We celebrate the gains brought about women’s human rights and gender equality champions in passing key pieces […]
Statement of CHR Commissioner Karen S. Gomez-Dumpit, Focal Commissioner on Anti-Death Penalty, on the 19th World Day Against Death Penalty
Today, 10 October 2021, we observe the 19th World Day Against Death Penalty. This year’s observance focuses on the plight of women who risk being sentenced to death, those who are already in the death row, those who were pardoned or whose sentences were commuted. Likewise, we continue to call for the abolition of death […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty, Jacqueline Ann de Guia, in support of a gender-responsive legislation protecting women and girls during pandemics and disasters
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) lauds the filling of Senate Bill No. 2372, also known as the proposed Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Pandemic and Disaster Management Act. Senate Bill No. 2732 recognises the gendered impacts of pandemics and other health concerns, emergencies, and disasters to women and girl-children, and seeks better protection for them through […]
Written statement of the CHRP for the 47th Session of the Human Rights Council: Annual Full-Day Discussion on the Human Rights of Women
5-6 July 2021 The Commission on Human Rights of the Philippines[1] (hereafter “the Commission”) submits its written statement for the 47th Session of the Human Rights Council’s Annual Discussion on Women’s Rights. This statement gives particular focus on the following issues: Violence against women and girls with disabilities Socio-economic situation of women during the COVID-19 […]
Statement of CHR Commissioner Karen Gomez-Dumpit, Focal Commissioner on Gender Equality and Women’s Human Rights in commemoration of the International Day of Action for Women’s Health
Today, May 28, as the world commemorates the International Day of Action for Women’s Health, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) gives the spotlight to how the Covid – 19 pandemic has disproportionally affected women, their health and overall well-being. While the pandemic has affected all of us, this public health crisis has magnified and […]
Statement of CHR Commissioner Karen Gomez Dumpit, Focal Commissioner for Women’s and Gender Rights, on the dire situation of women fisherfolks in the time of Covid-19 pandemic
One of the key sectors identified by the Magna Carta of Women (MCW) are women fisherfolks. Despite the significant size of the fishing industry and its contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and despite the fact that fish is a huge part of Filipino diet, fisherfolks remain to be among the poorest of the […]
CHR recognises role of women in addressing the pandemic, in defending human rights
QUEZON CITY—The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) dedicated this year’s celebration of the National Women’s Month to all women who continue to stand at the frontlines in addressing the current Covid-19 pandemic and in the face of rampant human rights violations. “Women and girls have shown courage and leadership in responding to the [health] crisis […]