Tag: Human rights
HRW: Uyghurs face ‘severe restrictions’ despite travel policy changes
While some Uyghurs regained their passports and can apply for international travel, the Chinese government still enforces strict limitations
Catholic community in Myanmar clings to faith amid displacement and violence
When the military seized Christ the King Cathedral and the Pastoral Complex, Catholics have been observing what they call “Jubilee in exile.”
COCOPEA cuts ties with NTF-ELCAC; Christian youth group urges total abolition
“COCOPEA's withdrawal from the task force is of utmost significance in preserving the essentiality of academic freedom,” the group said
Philippine bishops denounce Supreme Court ruling on municipal waters
“We will not stand idly by while the sanctity of creation and the dignity of our fisherfolk are undermined,” the bishops said
Education cannot by neutral
But to go to the streets, they must. To engage critically with society, they need to do so because education is never neutral.
Legal scholar defends bishops, calls abuse database ‘unfair attack’ on Philippine...
He argues that it unfairly portrays the entire clergy in a negative light while disregarding due process and the principles of justice
Legal experts sound alarm on organized group exploiting blasphemy laws in...
The scheme has reportedly affected at least 450 victims, leading to wrongful arrests and severe legal consequences
‘No one escapes accountability’: Filipino bishops clarify stance on clergy abuse...
Both Filipino prelates vowed to protect and support survivors of clergy abuses while fostering justice and accountability
Thai police raid school for migrant children in Koh Phangan
The case underscores the broader struggle of migrant workers, who play a crucial role in the country’s tourism and service sectors
US watchdog unveils database on clergy sexual abuse in the Philippines
BishopAccountability.org launched the database involving Filipino priests accused of abusing minors in the Philippines