THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR), as the country’s Gender Ombud under the Magna Carta of Women, celebrates all women this month. This year’s celebration of National Women’s Month is specially dedicated to those who tirelessly stand up for the rights of all, especially Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs). They continue to advance dignity and … Read more
THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR) calls for stronger measures to protect journalists and media workers as the country marks National Press Week from Feb. 8 to 14. The commission stresses that the public’s right to truth cannot be upheld while journalists continue to face threats, harassment, violence, and legal intimidation. A free and independent … Read more
THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR) joins the nation in observing the 30th National Awareness Week for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on Feb. 8–14, 2026, as declared under Proclamation 731. For three decades, this observance has affirmed the State’s duty — anchored in Republic Act 7610, or the Special Protection of … Read more