Gender And Development Corner

CHR, your GENDER OMBUD

Explore the CHR’s Gender and Development (GAD) initiatives and resources dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering marginalized groups. This page brings together essential guidelines, handbooks, and reports designed to strengthen GAD programs and integrate gender perspectives across the Commission’s work. Learn more about our commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable society!

GBV Observatory

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Observatory

The Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Observatory is a vital external resource dedicated to making GBV visible and improving access to relevant information and support. It serves as a comprehensive hub, offering a rich repository of data that includes international treaties, domestic laws, jurisprudence, and most importantly, the lived experiences of women, girls, and members of the LGBTQI community affected by GBV.

This dynamic platform provides current research, reports, and situationers, documenting how laws are implemented and how GBV manifests in various contexts. Beyond the Commission on Human Rights’ own reports, it integrates efforts from other government agencies, academic institutions, civil society organizations, and partners. The GBV Observatory directly contributes to the Commission’s mandate as a Gender Ombud, helping to monitor state obligations in addressing GBV and informing key policy recommendations.

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GADC UPDATES

Press Release, Statements

CHR releases situation report on gender-based challenges faced by solo parents in the Philippines

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has released a situation report highlighting the gendered challenges faced by solo parents in the Philippines. The report underscores the need for urgent, rights-based interventions to ensure their protection and access to essential services.

Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the recent killings of transgender women

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the recent killings of two transgender women. On 23 June 2025, Ali Macalintal, a transgender woman and former broadcaster, was gunned down at her workplace. On the same day, the lifeless body

CHR, PANTAY sign MOA for gender equality in schools

MANILA, Philippines – The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), through its Chairperson Richard P. Palpal-latoc, and the Philippine Anti-Discrimination Alliance of Youth Leaders (PANTAY) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on Monday, 9 June 2025, as partners in promoting gender

CHR joins the Pride March 2024 celebration and urges for the passage of SOGIESC and Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination bills in Congress

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is one with the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) community in celebrating this year’s Pride Month. Consistent with our mantra, “CHR ng Lahat: Naglilingkod maging sino ka man,” we highlight the

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

CHR discusses rehabilitation and reintegration initiatives for women deprived of liberty to Asia-Pacific women judges

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR), represented by Commissioner Faydah Maniri Dumarpa, took part in the 2024 Asia and the Pacific Regional Conference of the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) and the 2024 National Convention of the Philippine Women

Statement of CHR Commissioner, Hon. Faydah Dumarpa, on the 8th Purple Action Day

The Commission on Human Rights, Gabriela Alliance of Filipino Women and Sariaya opens women’s month with the theme “Kababaihan para sa Karapatan; Kababaihan para sa Makatarungang Lipunan.” They highlight the role of women in advocating for human rights rights of all

Statement of the CHR Gender Equality and Women’s Human Rights Center on the acts of discrimination committed against a transgender guest speaker during a graduation ceremony

Uphold non-discrimination: LGBTQI rights are human rights. As the country celebrates Pride Month, the Commission as Gender Ombud takes the occasion to reiterate that all persons are born equal in dignity and rights. A persons’ sexual orientation, gender identity and/or

Gender And Development Corner

CHR, your GENDER OMBUD

GBV Observatory

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Observatory

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GADC UPDATES

CHR releases situation report on gender-based challenges faced by solo parents in the Philippines

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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the recent killings of transgender women

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CHR, PANTAY sign MOA for gender equality in schools

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CHR joins the Pride March 2024 celebration and urges for the passage of SOGIESC and Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination bills in Congress

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Statement of the Commission on Human Rights denouncing the series of reported rape cases against children nationwide

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CHR discusses rehabilitation and reintegration initiatives for women deprived of liberty to Asia-Pacific women judges

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Statement of CHR Commissioner, Hon. Faydah Dumarpa, on the 8th Purple Action Day

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Statement of the CHR Gender Equality and Women’s Human Rights Center on the acts of discrimination committed against a transgender guest speaker during a graduation ceremony

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OTHER GADC STORIES

Statement of CHR Focal Commissioner on Women’s Human Rights and Gender Equality, Karen S. Gomez-Dumpit, on the President’s veto on the budget for DOTr’s gender responsive restroom program

Statement of CHR Spokesperson Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the rape and killing of a 15-year-old in Batangas

Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty, Jacqueline Ann de Guia, in support of a gender-responsive legislation protecting women and girls during pandemics and disasters

Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the brutal killing of a 12-year old girl in Nabua, Camarines Sur

Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the killing of transgender woman Cindy Jones Torres

Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the death of a former female detainee in Cebu City who was allegedly raped by police officers

Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the alleged secret detention facility in Cebu City

Statement of Commissioner Karen S. Gomez-Dumpit, Focal Commissioner on Women and LGBTQI+ Issues, on Victim-blaming and Gender Stereotyping Amid the Investigations in the Christine Dacera Case

Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the death of Christine Dacera

Statement of CHR Commissioner Karen Gomez-Dumpit on the sex jokes made during a televised national disaster briefing

Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, supporting the passage on second reading of the Senate Bill declaring child marriage as illegal

Ensuring Gender-Responsive Interventions to COVID-19 and the New Normal Including Ensuring Prompt, Effective, and Survivor-Centered Response to All Forms of Gender-Based Violence

Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the alleged profiling of transgender women in Makati City