Tag: Human rights

Catholic bishops urged protesters and police alike to uphold peace, protect the public, and respect democratic rights during civic assemblies

Church leader joined an interfaith rally urging Filipinos to reject silence, demand justice, and uphold accountability without political favoritism

If this culture of violence continues and becomes more socially acceptable, Filipino children face a bleak future, and more street and school gun violence will erupt

Advocates call for education, mental health, and child protection reforms, warning punitive policies ignore violence’s underlying causes nationwide

The organization also called on extractive companies to stop using legal action against communities, clergy, and environmental defenders

An international assessment found widespread shortcomings in civil liberties, economic rights, and protections for vulnerable communities across the Philippines

Thousands remain confined in Myanmar scam centers as a rights group presses authorities to rescue Filipino trafficking victims

The ruling strengthens efforts by Indigenous communities and advocates to protect land, water, livelihoods, and future generations

A disputed offshore wind project highlights challenges of balancing renewable energy expansion with community rights and protections

Families recovering from disasters increasingly face long-term financial hardship as governments struggle with shrinking fiscal space