Tag: Human rights
Envi activists dismay over charges of grave oral defamation
"It is dismaying that the institution from whom people are supposed to seek help has become an instrument of oppression and spreading lies"
Philippine media groups hail Khan’s visit to detained journalist
Cumpio was editor of the Eastern Vista news website when she was arrested in 2020 and charged with illegal possession of firearms
Kalikasan condemns DOJ’s decision to charge abducted activists for defamation
“It is outrageous for the DOJ to come out with a decision that essentially legitimizes the continued attacks against environmental defenders"
Karapatan sounds alarm on deepening rights crisis as anti-terror laws target...
Karapatan revealed that there are at least 27 political prisoners facing charges under the Anti-Terrorism Act
Pope Francis calls for Christian unity through prayerful service
He stressed the importance of selfless service and the love exemplified by Jesus as the means to bring separated Christians closer
IP Group Accuses NCIP of Manipulating FPIC
The organization maintains that this violation is taking place through the manipulation of the Free, Prior, and Informed Consent process.
Protestant Church raises human rights concerns in dialogue with UN envoy
The Protestant Council also denounced the “series of fabricated charges,” under the Anti-Terrorism Law, against church workers
Year of Prayer: Pope Francis announces creation of ‘School of Prayer’
The preparations for the Holy Year 2025 continue, and pilgrims can access information about the Jubilee at www.iubilaeum2025.va
Government says no executive clemency for oldest political prisoner
Kapatid spokesperson Fides Lim questioned the BPP’s denial of Dela Peña’s executive clemency despite serving 11 years in prison
Philippine group urges government to halt human rights situation ‘fakery’ amidst...
The group alleged that the administration has intensified its policy of repression, violating basic freedoms, including freedom of expression
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