Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the bill seeking to establish drug abuse and treatment centers in every province
The Commission on Human Rights continues to decry the harms and social cost of drugs and substance abuse to people and communities. We have since expressed support for human rights based approach to policies and initiatives that prioritise health, rehabilitation, and socio-economic interventions for the treatment and recovery of persons who use drugs. Senate Bill […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty. Jacqueline Ann De Guia, in support of the proposed bill that seeks to enhance media workers employment security and benefits
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the approval of the proposed Media Workers’ Welfare Act by the Committee on Labor and Employment at the House of Representatives. Originally filed in the 18th Congress, the proposed bill is re-filed in the current 19th Congress as House Bill (HB) No. 454, in consolidation with House Bills […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the killing of radio broadcaster Renato Blanco
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has undertaken an independent motu propio investigation, through its Region VII office, on the latest case of media killing—the stabbing of Renato Blanco, a radio broadcaster for POWER 102.1 DYRY RFM in Mabinay, Negros Oriental on the evening of 18 September 2022. The Commission decries this incident and notes […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the raid of a women’s shelter in Roxas City, Capiz
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is alarmed by a reported raid conducted by the Panay Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG-Panay) of a women’s shelter in Roxas City, Capiz. According to a statement by women’s group GABRIELA, the raid was conducted on the basis of a search warrant that identified their Secretary General Marivie […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the hazing that killed a student in Davao City
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently condemns the alleged fraternity hazing committed by Alpha Kappa Rho Fraternity – Alpha Delta Chapter that resulted in the death of a student and seriously injured another one in Upper Mandug, Buhangin, Davao City on 18 September 2022. According to the statement released by the University of Mindanao, […]
Pahayag ni CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, na sumusuporta sa PAO na apela para sa pagpapalaya sa mga matatanda at may sakit na pinagkaitan ng kalayaan
Sinusuportahan ng Commission on Human Rights (CHR) ang apela ng Public Attorney's Office (PAO) sa Office of the President (OP) para sa pagbibigay ng executive clemency sa 301 persons deprived of liberty (PDL) na karamihan ay binubuo ng mga matatanda at may karamdaman. Alinsunod sa Mga Pangunahing Prinsipyo sa Paggamit ng Mga Programa ng Restorative Justice […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, denouncing the ambush in Basilan that killed 3 soldiers
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has launched a motu propio investigation on the attack allegedly committed by members of the Abu Sayyaf that killed three soldiers in Al-Barka, Basilan on 15 September 2022. Based on initial reports, the victims were ambushed by at least six men while on their way to a hill to […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the PNP Chief’s reminder to value the preservation of life
Time and again, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has stressed and cited evidence that a human rights-based approach to criminal justice establishes a high success rate in reducing redicivism as well as ensuring safety for communities. We note further that such an approach is in line with the Philippine Government and the United Nations’ […]
Pahayag ni CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann De Guia, tinatanggap ang mga pahayag ng Pangulo laban sa mga panawagan na buhayin ang parusang kamatayan
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the remarks and insights of the President that reflect his primary considerations concerning calls to revive the death penalty. In a recent Youtube interview, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said that there are practical and moral issues surrounding capital punishment. In particular, the President surfaced the moral issue […]
Statement of Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, CHR Executive Director, on the present administration’s plan to continue the drug campaign
In several occasions, both during the candidacy and after winning the election, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr affirmed pursuing his own brand of drug campaign focusing on prevention, education on the ill effects of drugs, treatment, and being within the framework of the law and with respect for human rights. The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) […]
Pahayag ng CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, sa iminungkahing pagtaas ng alokasyon ng badyet para sa paggasta sa pagbabago ng klima para sa 2023
Reports of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change provide clear, indisputable evidence of global warming. Key indicators point to alarming changes in temperature and increased frequency of extreme weather and climate events. While more and more States have strengthened their commitment to address climate change, there is still an urgent need for: (1) […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, welcoming the Court of Appeals ruling on the disappearance of two labor organizers
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) welcomes the ruling of the Court of Appeals (CA) on 9 September 2022, which issues a privilege of the Writ of Amparo, Permanent Protection Order, and directs the conduct of a comprehensive and exhaustive investigation on the disappearance of Elizabeth “Loi” Magbanua and Alipio “Ador” Juat. Loi and Ador […]
CHR decries alleged incident of students abuse in Kalinga, recognises DepEd investigation
BAGUIO CITY — The regional office of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) condemned on Tuesday, 6 September, the alleged child abuse and corporal punishment experienced by two elementary students in Kalinga. A video circulating online shows a few students in front of the class trying to solve mathematical […]
Pahayag ni CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann De Guia, na tinatanggap ang suporta ng House Speaker para sa legislative agenda para sa kababaihan
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 […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, condemning the shooting of Cebu lawyer and son
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) in Region VII is conducting a motu propio probe on the brazen attempt against the life of lawyer Karen Quiñanola-Gonzales and her 19-year-old son. Atty. Quiñanola-Gonzales is a lawyer at the Cebu Port Authority and a member of the Free Legal Assistance Group. According to reports, the lawyer was […]
Pahayag ni CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, pinupuri ang desisyon ng SC na payagan ang mga taong pinagkaitan ng kalayaan na bumoto sa pambansa at lokal na halalan
It can be recalled that in 2012, a petition was filed with the Supreme Court (SC) seeking to thwart the implementation of Commission on Elections (Comelec) Resolution No. 9371, which allows the participation of persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) in the national and local elections. The High Court partially granted the Petitioner’s application in 2016 […]
Pahayag ni CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, sa muling pag-uulit ng Department of Education sa Gender-Responsive Basic Education Policy nito
The Department of Education (DepEd) stresses through several policy issuances that the center of the Philippine basic education is the learner, particularly the child. The recent adoption of the Rights-Based Education (RBE) Framework for Philippine Basic Education underscores the duty of schools, learning centers, and offices to respect, protect, fulfill, and actively promote the full […]
Pahayag ni CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, tungkol sa proteksyon ng mga bata sa mga paaralan at ang mga alegasyon ng sekswal na pang-aabuso na nakapalibot sa mga guro sa Cavite at Camarines Norte
As children learn best in safe environments, the Department of Education (DepEd)’s Child Protection Policy was formulated with the aim of protecting young learners from cruelty, abuse, harm, and other conditions prejudicial to their development carried out by adults, persons in authority, and/or their fellow students. The creation of Child Rights in Education Desk and […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, welcoming the DILG-DSWD pact to ensure orderly educational aid distribution
In the wake of the initial distribution of educational cash aid by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), wherein parents and families came in droves to the agency’s central and regional offices, DSWD Secretary Erwin Tulfo issued an announcement requesting help from cities and municipalities in doling out the Php500 million financial assistance. […]
Statement of CHR Executive Director, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, lauding the enactment of the Philippine Digital Workforce Competitiveness Act
As the world advances faster toward digital transformation, it is vital that Filipinos are able to keep up with the skills and expertise needed to become part of the digital workforce and thrive in the digital age. The Covid-19 pandemic has also underscored the importance of digital skills, online careers, and internet entrepreneurship in helping […]
Pahayag ni CHR Executive Director, Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, sa kamakailang sunud-sunod na karahasan na ginawa laban sa kababaihan at pagpatay sa iba't ibang lokalidad sa bansa
The right to life is a natural right guaranteed to all individuals without distinction and goes beyond the rights to mere existence. From this basic entitlement, every individual has the corresponding rights to liberty and security from cruel, inhumane, and degrading treatment. It is most concerning that the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has in […]