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The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the Indonesian government’s update on the situation of Mary Jane Veloso and her possible return to the Philippines after over a decade of consultations and diplomatic engagements. Back in October 2010, Veloso was sentenced to death upon being discovered at Yogyakarta airport in Indonesia with 2.6 kilograms of heroin inside her suitcase. From the very beginning of the investigations, Veloso remained firm that it was her recruiters that tricked her into bringing a suitcase containing illegal drugs. With the efforts of the Philippine government, back in April 2015, a last-minute reprieve was given to Veloso by the Indonesian President at that time, President […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses concern over the reported case of inadequate resources for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs), particularly at the Negros Occidental District Jail (NODJ) in Bago City. The CHR stands in solidarity with the PDLs in their appeal to lawmakers for an increased budget for food and medicine. Reports indicate that approximately 700 inmates from the NODJ have submitted a petition to Negrense lawmakers Gerardo Valmayor, Alfredo Marañon III, Stephen Joseph Paduano, Emilio Bernardino Yulo, Greg Gasataya, Juliet Marie Ferrer, and Mercedes Alvarez, requesting a P100 daily food allowance per inmate, along with a P30 daily budget for medicine. Currently, the daily meal allowance per […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes and fully supports the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) recent pronouncement to establish a dedicated task force to investigate and prosecute perpetrators of extrajudicial killings (EJKs) related to the anti-illegal drug campaign of the previous administration. The CHR acknowledges this initiative, mandated by Department Order No. 778 issued by Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, as a meaningful step toward upholding accountability and demonstrating a strong commitment to human rights and the rule of law. We are hopeful that this move will translate to swifter progress and concrete results, including significant increase in the number of resolved EJK cases. It is also noteworthy that the […]
In cases that a patient or their kin is economically disadvantaged, no hospital may be allowed to refuse medical services, disallow them from being discharged, or detain them in exchange for full payment. Any act which undermines the principles of equality and fairness in the right for every Filipino to access healthcare, coupled with the threat of being arbitrarily detained, is an outright violation of one’s fundamental human rights. As the country’s independent national human rights institution, the Commission on Human Rights has initiated investigations into three cases of economic discrimination, denial of timely medical care, and unlawful detention against ACE Medical Center in Valenzuela. The Commission has found that […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) underscores the vital role of the media as the Fourth Estate in safeguarding every Filipino’s access to information and freedom of expression. As such, we extend our solidarity and acknowledge the challenges faced by media workers affected by layoffs across various media outlets. This statement comes in light of reports that approximately 100 media workers have been impacted by layoffs recently announced by ABS-CBN Corp. These layoffs represent a portion of the job cuts forced upon the media giant due to the House of Representatives’ 2020 decision to deny ABS-CBN’s franchise renewal. Adding to this setback in the media industry is CNN Philippines’ announcement […]
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 Response Operation (QRO) to investigate the separate incidents in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). According to reports and footage of a security camera, unidentified armed suspects attacked the house of BHRC Commissioner Buaya with assault rifles in Barangay Labungan in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte on 10 October 2024. The nearby […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) commends the signing of the Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) law on October 18, 2024, by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Republic Act No. 12028, also known as the “ARAL Program Act,” aims to address the crisis currently facing the Philippine education system, which was impaired by the COVID-19 pandemic. This law aims to close the gaps that have emerged during the pandemic and help our students get back on track. “We fully support this resolution from the government as a timely step towards tackling the education crisis our country is experiencing. We also appreciate that the government is genuinely considering the challenges our […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) stands in solidarity with the families of the victims of the Maguindanao Massacre as we commemorate the 15th anniversary of one of the darkest chapters in Philippine electoral history and the deadliest single attack on the press. Fifteen years since this tragedy, our call for justice remains resolute. Safeguarding journalists from violence and ensuring that every Filipino can cast their vote without fear are crucial to preserving Philippine democracy. Despite the 2019 guilty verdict against members of the Ampatuan clan, confirming their responsibility for the deaths of 58 individuals, including 32 journalists, the journey toward eradicating impunity in our nation is far from over. […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) warmly welcomes the recent academic visit of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights of the Indigenous Peoples, Francisco Cali Tzay (SR Tzay), on 31 July 2024. This visit provided a crucial opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue about the pressing socio-political and economic challenges faced by Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples in the Philippines. During the discussions, one of the key themes that has emerged was the desire of Indigenous Peoples to assert their right to self-determination, which they seek not as a move towards independence, but as a means of defending their rights and preserving their unique cultural identity and […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) warmly welcomes Judge Maria Amifaith S. Fider-Reyes as its newly appointed Commissioner, completing the roster of the 6th Commission en banc (CEB). Her appointment represents a pivotal milestone in fulfilling the leadership structure crucial to CHR’s mandate of upholding and advancing human rights in the Philippines. Commissioner Fider-Reyes joins CHR nearly three years after the commencement of the current term, becoming the fifth and final member of the Commission’s highest decision-making and policy-setting body. As the third female member of the sixth CEB, her inclusion bolsters gender representation and reinforces the diverse expertise guiding the Commission’s work. Appointed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its full support for the passage of Senate Bill (SB) No. 2838, also known as the Magna Carta of Barangay Health Workers (BHWs), to recognize their vital role in supporting the delivery of primary health care in the Philippines. SB No. 2838 seeks to provide just compensation and benefits to BHWs, thereby ensuring better conditions to protect their welfare and well-being. Some of the proposed incentives include monthly honoraria, transportation allowance, hazard allowance, insurance coverage, health emergency allowance during public health emergencies, and opportunities for further education and career advancement. Additionally, BHWs who have served for at least 15 years will receive a […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) condemns the brutal physical violence allegedly committed by a youth official from the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) and his accomplice that led to the tragic death of a 15-year-old. The CHR NCR has launched a motu proprio investigation to address the matter. Based on reports, the incident was captured on closed-circuit television (CCTV), showing the victim being chased, cornered, and repeatedly beaten, resulting in severe injuries that ultimately led to his death despite immediate medical intervention. The senseless loss of a young life under such circumstances is deeply alarming and raises serious concerns, particularly given that one of the accused perpetrators is an elected official […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) directive to reopen unsolved cases involving high-profile local officials and personalities who were killed during the height of the previous administration’s anti-illegal drug campaign. This decision to revisit these cases comes after revelations by former P/Lt. Col. Royina Garma about the alleged involvement of some policemen and “hitmen” in the killings of local officials and personalities linked to the illegal drug trade. The Commission expresses its full support for this PNP initiative and remains optimistic that the truth behind these drug-related killings will be uncovered. As previously emphasized by the Commission, we hope that alleged perpetrators—particularly the policemen […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) condemns the continued incidents of enforced disappearances, harassment, and unwarranted surveillance of civil society members by state forces in the Philippines. Following the recent Public Inquiry on Red-Tagging conducted by CHR, we are deeply concerned by allegations that state agents have intensified targeting of civil society organizations, posing grave risks to the democratic foundation and the rule of law in our country. Civil society organizations (CSOs) and independent people’s organizations play a crucial role in a functioning democracy. They are instrumental in voicing the concerns of marginalized groups, advocating for human rights, and supporting social and economic development in the Philippines. However, actions that […]
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 currently circulating online, Mr. Casio is seen slapping a Filipino worker during the PAOCC raid on an alleged Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) establishment in Bataan. In a memorandum issued by the PAOCC on 04 November 2024, Mr. Casio was relieved of his duties as PAOCC spokesperson pending the outcome of the investigation. As a […]
In shaping our framework for enhanced social protection across the country, it is important that we prioritize measures that provide aspiring social workers with greater access and more affordable pathways to pursue their education and the training necessary to effectively engage in public service. After all, confronting social and socio-economic issues requires not only our reliance on the current systems in place but also well-crafted legislation that fosters a culture of competence for those entrusted with delivering these services to Filipinos. On this note, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) hopes that House Bill (HB) No. 6910, or the “Social Work Scholarship Act,” receives adequate attention from Congress. It is […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) raises serious concern over the disturbing increase in killings of barangay officials across the country. These incidents are particularly alarming as they appear to escalate with the approach of the 2025 local and national elections. In response, CHR, through its regional offices, has initiated motu proprio investigations and Quick Response Operations (QRO) to aid in determining the truth. On 25 October 2024, reports confirm that Mary Ann Orillano, captain of Brgy. Mataloto, Leyte, was fatally shot multiple times. She was reportedly on her way home on a motorcycle-for-hire when she was ambushed around 4 p.m. in Brgy. Bagabao, Leyte. The motorcycle driver also sustained […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the killing of another media worker in Zamboanga City, who was attacked just a few meters away from her house on 22 October 2024. Ma. Vilma Rodriguez, a media worker affiliated with eMedia Productions, was shot three times by a riding-in-tandem assailant. She managed to walk home and inform her daughter about the attack, but was later declared dead at the Zamboanga City Medical Center. Rodriguez was known for her role in the Barangay Affairs radio program, which tackles various issues concerning local communities. She was also a community leader, serving as the barangay secretary and was heavily involved in local affairs. […]
人権委員会（CHR）は、ブラカン州マロロス市リガス村で、バランガイキャプテン協会（ABC）会長と運転手が待ち伏せ攻撃により殺害された事件を強く非難する。CHR第3地域はすでに、この事件の真相究明と捜査支援のための人員動員、そして被害地域への支援のため、迅速対応作戦（QRO）を開始した。報道によると、ブラカン州ABC会長のラミル・カピストラノ氏と運転手のシェドリック・スアレス氏（23歳）は、SUVに乗ってリガス村の側道を走行中、銃撃犯に銃撃され、悲劇的な死を遂げた。カピストラノ氏は[…]
As more details emerge from the recent Senate Blue Ribbon sub-committee proceedings, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) hopes that these efforts will ultimately bring accountability to the perpetrators and all those involved in extrajudicial killings (EJK) during the previous administration’s anti-illegal drug campaign. The Commission remains optimistic that the testimonies and sworn statements presented in the Senate hearings, along with the Quad Committee hearings in the House of Representatives, will help bring full justice to all. Additionally, the Commission, under the 6th Commission en banc, endeavors to determine the accountable officers and individuals, in pursuit of truth and justice, as more come forward to shed light on events surrounding […]
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly denounces the recent surge of violence targeting election candidates and officials in various parts of the country. Despite the recent conclusion of the filing of certificates of candidacy, incidents of assault and violence have already been reported and have been taken cognizance by the Commission. On 25 September 2024, Agutaya municipal election officer Emmanuel Gacott and his wife were found dead in their household in Brgy. Cambian in Palawan. Based on the police’s initial investigation, they are looking into robbery as a likely motive for the crime, though the possibility that the victims were targeted due to Gacott’s role as an election officer […]