Peasant groups run vs US war
Rising costs of food prices and daily living expenses make farmers more vulnerable to destitution, cyclical debt, and landlessness.
Peasant groups run vs US war
Women, youth rally behind transportation groups amid increasing oil prices
Women, youth rally behind transportation groups amid increasing oil prices
After two weeks of transport strikes, groups assert that the Marcos administration has done nothing substantial to quell the ongoing energy crisis.
Women skip meals as oil prices soar – CWR
Women skip meals as oil prices soar – CWR
Policies favor private corporations over public welfare, further marginalizing women.
Workers face dispersal in Laguna economic zone amid CBA deadlock
Workers face dispersal in Laguna economic zone amid CBA deadlock
"CBA negotiations are meant to uplift labor conditions, but what we see is the opposite—wages stagnate while the cost of living continues to rise."
Solons, transport workers slam ‘useless’ energy emergency declaration
Solons, transport workers slam ‘useless’ energy emergency declaration
Absence of concrete price control mechanisms leaves transport workers, farmers, fisherfolk, and low-income households vulnerable to what it described as “war-driven oil shock."
Tacloban court yet to decide on journo, Church worker’s appeals
Tacloban court yet to decide on journo, Church worker’s appeals
“The team as well as the families of Frenchie and Maye are hoping that the decisions will be made as soon as possible.”
Nationwide transport strike
Nationwide transport strike
Urban poor, workers, women, and other marginalized groups bear the brunt of the effects of oil price hikes amid inadequate support from the government.
Aid not enough amid oil price hikes
Aid not enough amid oil price hikes
Assistance is insufficient to offset the effects of rising fuel prices on agricultural production.
CHR urges full reparations for Malaya Lolas, decades after wartime abuse
CHR urges full reparations for Malaya Lolas, decades after wartime abuse
For decades, the women later known as the Malaya Lolas carried stories of abuse they endured during the Japanese occupation—stories long denied, delayed, and left without full justice.
In between the picket lines
In between the picket lines
But beyond the megaphones and the watchful gaze of authorities are students who still return to their families, friends, and academic responsibilities.
5 years after Bloody Sunday, justice remains elusive for victims, survivors
5 years after Bloody Sunday, justice remains elusive for victims, survivors
For the families left behind, the years that followed have been marked by grief, frustration, and a continuing fight for accountability.
Labor NGO urges Nike supplier to ensure workers’ rights after Cebu factory closure
Labor NGO urges Nike supplier to ensure workers’ rights after Cebu factory closure
For many workers, the announcement came abruptly, heightening fears of job loss and financial instability.
Groups warn 4-day work week policy may worsen workers’ burden amid crisis
Groups warn 4-day work week policy may worsen workers’ burden amid crisis
The Confederation for Unity Recognition and Advancement of Government Employees said the memorandum is largely redundant and does not constitute a meaningful labor reform.
Citing women’s conditions, Gabriela Women’s Party questions Marcos’ UN statement
Citing women’s conditions, Gabriela Women’s Party questions Marcos’ UN statement
The administration’s narrative of progress overlooks the structural barriers that continue to trap many women in poverty and insecurity.
War in West Asia imperils 2.44 million OFWs, drives fuel shock in the Philippines
War in West Asia imperils 2.44 million OFWs, drives fuel shock in the Philippines
The group called on the Marcos administration to pursue a more independent foreign policy and prioritize peace initiatives.
Makabayan bloc, IBP slam ‘red-tagger, DDS lawyer’ over sexist attacks on women
Makabayan bloc, IBP slam ‘red-tagger, DDS lawyer’ over sexist attacks on women
Unable to defeat Rep. Elago’s causes and political positions, he has resorted to brazen misogyny and sexual harassment in a desperate attempt to malign and intimidate her.
Southern Tagalog Women’s Day protest continues despite police disruption
Southern Tagalog Women’s Day protest continues despite police disruption
"Marcos Jr. and Duterte are responsible for intensifying the economic crisis and fostering an administrative environment that protects the likes of Bong Suntay and Ferdinand Topacio that pervert recognized women figures and policymakers."
Southern Tagalog activists slam persona non grata bid
Southern Tagalog activists slam persona non grata bid
Red-tagging is not just a smear campaign.
On International Working Women’s Day, Filipino women, supporters condemn US attacks in West Asia
On International Working Women’s Day, Filipino women, supporters condemn US attacks in West Asia
To commemorate this year’s International Working Women’s month, progressive groups led by women’s group Gabriela gathered at Liwasang Bonifacio and ended their program by marching to the US Embassy.
Rural women face landlessness, militarization – report
Rural women face landlessness, militarization – report
The experiences of women farmers and indigenous women illustrate the intersection of economic exploitation and gender inequality in rural areas.
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