Age-based discrimination resulting in unemployment, inadequate social security, and restricted access to healthcare are some of the most pressing problems currently faced by the country's senior citizens that need to be addressed by the government, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said. These...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has concluded its nationwide dialogue with government officials, experts and individuals on issues involving red-tagging, the practice of law enforcement and intelligence agencies to label a person or organization as communist or terrorist. In a statement, the...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has expressed concern over the arrest of an online content creator for alleged digital manipulation of the statement of President Marcos to make it appear that the President is calling for the legalization of illegal narcotics. Citing reports, the CHR said...
The Commission on Human Rights condemned the rape and murder of a seven-year-old girl in Barangay Basag, Butuan City, on Saturday, March 15. READ: https://mb.com.ph/2025/3/15/security-guard-dumped-by-partner-allegedly-rapes-kills-girl-7 In a statement, the CHR-Caraga said all forms of violence...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has lauded Senate Bill (SB) No. 2897 which seeks to expand the coverage and strengthen the Safe Spaces Act or "Bawal Bastos Law" under Republic Act No. 11313. The law protects gender-based harassments in streets, schools, establishments, markets, workplaces, and...
Stressing the "urgency" for internet safety education in the country, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expressed its full support to the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 2934, "An Act Establishing a Safety Internet Education Program in the Curriculum of All Elementary and Secondary Schools." SB 2934...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has commended the management of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) for designating two bays for persons with disabilities (PWDs) and opening the main arrival curbside to all passengers, not only for those considered as very important persons (VIPs)....
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Thirty years after world leaders adopted a historic blueprint to achieve gender equality, a new United Nations report says women's and girls' rights are under attack and gender discrimination remains deeply embedded in economies and societies. The report released...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresssed its full support to the order of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) against discrimination of vulnerable sectors during the election period. In Resolution No 11116, the Comelec said the discrimination against individuals from the vulnerable sectors...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) kicked off the observance of National Women's Month this March by holding the 10th Purple Action Day celebration and raising awareness on the struggles of marginalized women and girls on Monday, March 3. This year’s theme of CHR's celebration is...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) raises awareness for Filipinos living with rare diseases and affirms their rights as it joined the nation in commemorating the 2025 National Rare Disease Week (NRDW) which is observed during the last week of February. NRDW in the Philippines was established...
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) honored the memory of Senator Jose “Ka Pepe” Diokno by remaining steadfast to its mandate of advocating for a society where human rights are fully enjoyed by every Filipino. The CHR joined in the commemoration of Diokno's birth and death anniversary...
