Tag: Human rights
IN PHOTOS: Urban poor group calls for abolition of NHA
The demonstrators took a symbolic stance by locking the entrance gate of the NHA to express their objection to the proposed charter extension
Eastern Samar residents march against mining
The demonstrators marched from the provincial capitol grounds to the Borongan Cathedral for the celebration of the Holy Mass
Spotlight on Cinemalaya: Films on human rights, red-tagging, and extrajudicial killings
“If you destroy my country, I will kill you.”
These are the words of former President Rodrigo Duterte that resonated in the documentary film "Maria"...
Budots, Childbirth, and Mega-Dams
The festival is not just a mere celebration; it is an assertion of their right to self-determination and an expression of their conviction
Farmers: No to intel funds, yes to social services
“These proposed confidential and intelligence funds should be re-channeled to social services instead,” KMP said.
India’s ‘lost tribe’ of Israel hit hard by deadly violence
Conflict erupted from a mix of causes including competition for land and public jobs, with both sides blaming state and national government
Philippine groups call for ‘positive’ parenting approach
The proposed measure is “geared towards a more holistic and inclusive approach involving parents and caregivers”
Japan uses economic assistance to avoid the comfort women issue
"The Philippines had breached its obligations under CEDAW given the extreme severity of gender-based violence suffered by the victims"
Pope Francis holds private meeting with Portuguese abuse victims
Bruni has specifically said the meeting took place “in an atmosphere of intense listening and lasted over an hour”.
UP workers condemn demolition of guards’ camp
The guards put up their camp in 2022 when they launched a campaign against the private agency they said had been refusing to pay their wages
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