Tag: Environmental defenders
Bishop joins green activists in calling for gov’t accountability on mining
The protest action was held simultaneously with “creative actions” in mining “Sites of Struggles” as part of "Mining Hell Week” activities
Congress urged to probe attacks on forest rangers in Masungi Georeserve
Masungi Rangers shared on a Facebook post this week that they are being harassed, with the latest incident happening on Sunday, March 5
Green activists launch scorecard for 2022 candidates
The group said it hopes that results of the survey “will serve as a tool" to help voters decide which candidates to vote in the elections
Attacks against environmental defenders quadrupled ahead of Philippine polls
There is a 483 percent spike in the number of environmental defenders under attack and a 350 percent increase in incidents since February
Green group renews call for probe into attacks on forest rangers
Kalikasan said the longer land grabbers encroaching Masungi are not prosecuted, “the more we will see bolder acts of violence”
Group calls on political candidates to defend environmental defenders
Kalikasan said the protection of the environment “should be a platform” for every candidate
Media group says justice remains elusive for slain broadcaster after 11...
In 2011, Gerardo “Gerry” Ortega was shot to the head at point-blank range at in Puerto Princesa City in the province of Palawan
Philippine green activists challenge presidential bets to address climate crises
The failure of candidates to speak about issues related to the environment “reflects the lack of ambitious plans” in their platforms
A mine-shattered life
Pro-environment activists warn that the "grave disregard" of the environment will result in more disasters
Climate activists call on rights body to ‘stand with communities,’ not...
The petitioners filed a “Motion," stating that the delay in the issuance of the report is "a disservice to Filipino communities"