QCPD reinforces human rights–based policing through stakeholders' forum
By Hannah Nicol
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD), in partnership with the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC), Commission on Human Rights (CHR), and local government units (LGUs), reaffirmed its commitment to human rights–based policing during a stakeholders’ forum held on Friday, Oct. 25, at the QCPD Hinirang Social Hall in Camp Karingal.
QCPD conducts human rights–based policing through stakeholders’ forum on Saturday, Oct. 25.
According to the QCPD Public Information Office, the event gathered police officials, barangay representatives, and civil society partners to strengthen cooperation in promoting transparency, accountability, and respect for human dignity in law enforcement.
QCPD Acting District Director Col. Randy Glenn Silvio said that the police’s mission goes beyond enforcing the law, emphasizing that every police action must be guided by fairness, accountability, and compassion.
“Our duty is not only to enforce the law but also to ensure that in doing so, we uphold fairness, accountability, and transparency in all our actions,” he said.
The forum featured a series of lectures on the Barangay Human Rights Action Center, and Executive Order No. 70, which institutionalizes the Whole-of-Nation approach to achieve inclusive and sustainable peace.
It also tackled common human rights violations, the QCPD’s accomplishments, and the implementation of the PNP Human Rights Development Program.
NTF-ELCAC National Secretariat Director for Operations Brig. Gen. Arnulfo Ferdinand Bajarin (Ret.) underscored that protecting human rights is essential to effective policing and public trust.
“Respecting human rights is not just an obligation, it reflects your true commitment to serve and protect. Every encounter with the public is an opportunity to build trust and strengthen communities. By treating others with deep respect, you go beyond mere enforcement, you connect with people on a personal level, which is essential for safer and more peaceful cities,” he said.
The activity was attended by members of the QCPD Command Group, station commanders, human rights desk officers, and representatives from LGUs and civil society groups.
QCPD said the initiative reflects its continued effort to align local law enforcement practices with the PNP Human Rights Development Program and to foster stronger collaboration with partner agencies in safeguarding citizens’ rights.
“Upholding human rights is at the heart of genuine peace and order. Through partnerships like this, we ensure that our policies and actions remain rooted in respect for human dignity,” Silvio said.