CA issues amparo, habeas data in Salaveria disappearance case
The Court of Appeals has issued writs of amparo and habeas data in favor of Felix Salaveria Jr.'s family, who reported his enforced disappearance on August 28, 2024.
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Commission on Human Rights
Also known as CHR
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is an independent government body that monitors and addresses human rights violations in the Philippines, deploying teams to monitor protests and ensure peaceful demonstrations during events like the State of the Nation Address. The CHR also investigates issues such as online child trafficking and election-related violence, advocating for stricter laws and digital literacy programs to protect vulnerable groups and uphold democratic values.
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Last updated at July 29, 2025.
Recent stories about CHR
CHR calls for action on online 'child selling'
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) called for immediate government action against online 'child selling', citing recent cases including the sale of a one-month-old baby.
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House refiles bill against EJKs, offshore gaming, espionage
On Wednesday, leaders of the House Quad Committee refiled measures against extrajudicial killings, offshore gaming, espionage, and fraudulent land or identity claims by foreigners.
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17 apply for OMB post, interviews July 30-Aug 4
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla and 16 others have applied for the Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) to succeed outgoing Ombudsman Samuel Martires, who retires on July 27.
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UN expert urges PH to reform laws, join ICC
UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression, Irene Khan, presented her final report on the Philippines to the United Nations Human Rights Council on Wednesday.
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CHR says PNP not fully cooperating in drug war deaths probe
On Monday, the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) stated that the Philippine National Police (PNP) has yet to fully cooperate with investigations into killings from the Duterte administration's war on drugs.
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PNP chief meets CHR to improve collaboration on human rights
The Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Nicolas Torre III acknowledged Monday the Commission on Human Rights' (CHR) role in ensuring police operations adhere to legal standards.
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DMW strengthens OFW reintegration efforts with 16 agencies
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Saturday strengthened its partnership with 16 government agencies to enhance reintegration efforts for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), signing a Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) during the 30th anniversary celebration of Migrant Workers' Day in Quezon City.
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CHR condemns murder of journalist Juan 'Johnny' Dayang in Aklan
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) strongly condemned the attack that resulted in the death of veteran journalist Juan 'Johnny' Dayang inside his home in Kalibo, Aklan on April 29.
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CHR, DOLE launch LIFE Assistance Program for labor rights activists
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) launched a financial assistance program called the Labor, Intervention, Financial, and Economic (LIFE) Assistance Program to support labor rights activists and workers affected by labor rights violations.
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