Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the death of a 15-year-old allegedly beaten by an SK official and one other
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 […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the killing of a minor inside a barangay hall for alleged theft in Cabuyao, Laguna
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) denounces the killing of a minor, who was called for questioning for alleged theft, inside a barangay hall in Cabuyao, Laguna. The CHR Region IV-A has launched a motu proprio investigation to take cognizance of the matter. According to reports, the suspect, intoxicated at the time, entered the barangay […]
Pahayag ng Commission on Human Rights sa umano'y pisikal at berbal na pang-aabuso na ginawa ng guro laban sa mga mag-aaral sa Grade 9 sa Pampanga
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its deep concern over the recent incident involving a Grade 9 school teacher in Lubao, Pampanga, who allegedly committed physical and verbal abuse against three students. This distressing event was captured on video and has since circulated widely. As Ombud for Children, CHR emphasizes that schools must be […]
Pahayag ng Commission on Human Rights na pinupuri ang utos ng Pangulo na palakasin ang tulong para sa mga batang lansangan
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) commends President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s recent directive to boost aid for street children and homeless individuals or families that need urgent help. This proactive measure demonstrates our commitment to addressing challenging problems such as poverty and improving the lives of Filipinos, particularly those in the marginalised sector. President Marcos […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights condemning the recent cases of killing and exploitation of girls across the country
⚠️Trigger Warning: Death, Rape, Assault, Sexual Exploitation⚠️ The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) vehemently condemns the recent cases of killing and exploitation against girls in the country. These cruel and reprehensible acts not only violate the fundamental rights of these individuals but also impose a grave disregard for the sanctity of human life. The first […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights on the death of a 17 year-old boy after being mistakenly identified and shot by police in Navotas
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses grave concern over the death of a 17 year-old boy who was allegedly shot by officers of the Navotas City police after being mistakenly identified as an escaping suspect. In pursuance of our constitutional mandate, CHR is already conducting an independent motu proprio investigation into the incident. The […]
Statement of the Commission on Human Rights strongly condemning the series of cases of violence against young women
⚠️ Trigger warning: Murder, rape, killings, assault ⚠️ The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly deplores the series of separate incidences of violence committed against young women in Cebu City, Negros Oriental, and Naga City. The first case involves the gruesome murder of a 19-year-old in Cebu City who was later identified as Rhea Mae […]
Pahayag ng Commission on Human Rights na kinokondena ang sekswal na pag-atake sa isang menor de edad ng isang tsuper ng TNVS
It has come to the attention of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) the alleged sexual harassment of a 17-year-old girl by a Transportation Network Vehicle Services (TNVS) driver in Pasay City. According to initial reports, the male driver introduced himself to the victim as a ride-hailing app vehicle service, but eventually convinced the victim […]
Pahayag ng Commission on Human Rights sa panggagahasa sa isang menor de edad sa isang evacuation center sa Zamboanga City
⚠️(Trigger warning: Sexual assault of a minor, rape)⚠️ The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemns the reported rape of a nine-year old girl in an evacuation center in Zamboanga City. According to the initial investigation by local police, the suspect, a 46-year old man residing in Barangay Tumaga, allegedly assaulted the victim in the […]
Pahayag ni CHR Spokesperson Atty. Jacqueline Ann de Guia, sa panggagahasa at pagpatay sa isang 15-anyos sa Batangas
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) condemns another violent act against our children following the rape and murder of a 15-year-old girl whose body was found on the evening of 8 November 2021 in Barangay Sta. Maria, Batangas. According to police reports, the victim went to a classmate’s house to answer a module together but […]
Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on the death of a 16-year old boy during an anti-drug operation in Laguna
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is deeply concerned with the news on another death of a minor—this time involving a 16-year old boy who allegedly fought back (nanlaban) when police officers were serving a warrant for a drug charge in Biñan, Laguna. We shall be conducting our own independent probe on this incident to […]
Pahayag ng tagapagsalita ng CHR, Atty. Jacqueline de Guia, sa pagkakaaresto sa isang 13-anyos na menor de edad sa Malabon City
On 26 September 2020, a 13 year-old boy from Malabon was arrested, penalized, and his mugshot taken for not wearing a mask when crossing to their house coming from his neighbor’s place. After capturing his mugshot, the police allegedly told the minor that “he now has a profile picture for his Facebook account,” which caused […]
Pahayag ni CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, sa pagpatay sa isang 15-anyos na babae sa Ilocos Sur
The Commission on Human Rights strongly condemns the killing of a 15-year old girl who was gunned down by a riding-in-tandem on Thursday night, 2 July 2020, while on her way home in Cabugao, Ilocos Sur. Before the incident, the young victim filed a complaint against one of the police officers of the San Juan […]
Pahayag ni CHR Chairperson, Jose Luis Martin 'Chito' Gascon, sa hatol ng korte sa kaso ni Kian Loyd Delos Santos
We welcome the trial court’s conviction of Kian’s killers and thank all those who assisted in securing justice in this case—particularly the courageous eye witnesses, the church workers, and human rights defenders who offered sanctuary, and the investigators and prosecutors who performed their duty. We call on the government to step up their efforts in […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on Commission on Higher Education’s mandatory drug testing for tertiary students
The Commission on Human Rights notes the intent of the Commission on Higher Education in ensuring a safe and drug-free environment for our youth by instating mandatory drug testing in colleges. We, however, equally impress the need for the government to address reasons for drug use among the youth, and caution against shifting the burden […]