Commission on Human Rights

Also known as CHR

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is an independent government agency that protects human rights in the Philippines, focusing on issues such as international humanitarian law, election security, and social inclusivity. Recently, the CHR welcomed Executive Order No. 77, which established the Inter-Agency Committee on International Humanitarian Law to advise on implementing IHL during conflicts. Additionally, the CHR supports bills aimed at centralizing jail management under the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology to improve inmate welfare and security standards.

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Last updated at April 26, 2025.

Recent stories about CHR

CHR condemns mayor's fatal shooting, urges strict election gun ban enforcement

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has strongly condemned the fatal shooting of reelectionist Mayor Joel Ruma of Rizal, Cagayan, along with injuries sustained by an aide and a resident on April 23.
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CHR reports 2.7M online child abuse cases in PH

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) reported a significant increase in cases of online sexual abuse and exploitation of children in the Philippines, rising to approximately 2.7 million as of the end of 2023.
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Maguindanao board member candidate wounded in ambush

A candidate for provincial board member in Maguindanao del Sur, Muhammad Utti Omar, also known as 'Datu Baba,' and his driver Abel Bunsalagat Buisan were wounded in an ambush on Sunday afternoon.
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SC upholds dismissal of complaints against Tondo secret jail officers

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of complaints against police officers involved in a secret jail controversy in Tondo, Manila from 2017.
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Conde criticizes Sia, Villafuerte for vulgarity

Filipino human rights advocate Caloy Conde criticized the vulgar language used by politicians like Pasig congressional candidate Ian Sia and Camarines Sur 2nd District Representative Luis Raymund 'LRay' Villafuerte.
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NBI investigates 20 for online false info spreading

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is investigating 20 individuals accused of spreading false information online, potentially as part of an organized campaign.
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Meta suspends SMNI News pages for hate speech

Meta suspended the Facebook pages of SMNI News, DZAR 1026 Sonshine Radio, and SMNI Integrated News, owned by controversial preacher Apollo Quiboloy鈥檚 Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI), on Wednesday, March 19.
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De Lima offers to cooperate with ICC on Duterte-era crimes

Former senator Leila de Lima is willing to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) in its investigation into alleged crimes against humanity committed during Rodrigo Duterte's presidency.
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CHR lauds Senate Bill expanding Safe Spaces Act protections

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has praised Senate Bill No. 2897 for expanding and strengthening protections under the Safe Spaces Act.
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CHR urges passage of SB 2934 to enhance children's digital safety

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) called for immediate action on Senate Bill (SB) 2934, emphasizing the growing necessity of equipping students with digital safety skills.
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