Recognized, but not prioritized? LGBTQIA+ rights absent from past Marcos SONAs
"Recognition is not enough without concrete rights."
Recognized, but not prioritized? LGBTQIA+ rights absent from past Marcos SONAs
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We all deserve to bask in sunshine
We all deserve to bask in sunshine
After eight years together, one LGBTQIA+ couple discovered that the law still did not recognize their relationship when it mattered most, exposing the legal gaps that continue to leave same-sex partners unprotected.
Eastern Visayas progressive queers celebrate Pride by protesting US imperialism
Eastern Visayas progressive queers celebrate Pride by protesting US imperialism
“As queer people living in Eastern Visayas, it is our responsibility not only to fight for our rights in the LGBTQIA+ community, but to also fight alongside the fisherfolk in Tacloban who bore the brunt of the Balikatan exercises that took place from April 20 to May 8.”
‘Pride is protest’| LGBTQIA+ advocates brave rains to press for equality and social reforms
‘Pride is protest’| LGBTQIA+ advocates brave rains to press for equality and social reforms
Beyond LGBTQIA+ rights, participants called for lower prices of basic commodities, a living wage of P1,200, the removal of the 12-percent value-added tax on essential goods, and greater government accountability.
Justice sought for trans woman killed in Nueva Ecija
Justice sought for trans woman killed in Nueva Ecija
“I heavily mourn for Bella because their stories reveal how violence against trans people is sustained by machismo and patriarchy that treats trans existence as disposable.”
Affirming gender identity through faith: Review of ‘Si Wowa, Diyos, at Bayan!’
Affirming gender identity through faith: Review of ‘Si Wowa, Diyos, at Bayan!’
"Fearless in love. And this much is certain about Wowa: that she was shaped and forged by her love for God and the people. She stands today as one tempered by the witnessed prayers on the streets."
Right(s) Up: Legal gender recognition upholds rights of transgender, non-binary people
Right(s) Up: Legal gender recognition upholds rights of transgender, non-binary people
Philippine laws deny transgender individuals the right to have their gender legally recognized.
Activists demand justice for queer political prisoners
Activists demand justice for queer political prisoners
“True equality cannot exist where people are imprisoned for their political beliefs and advocacy."
Marcos Jr. challenged to certify Equality Bill as urgent
Marcos Jr. challenged to certify Equality Bill as urgent
“As long as there are trans people being killed, young gay people rejected by their families, or gay workers being denied promotion because of their gender, Pride will remain a protest."
Limited trans healthcare compromises safe hormonal therapy — medical expert
Limited trans healthcare compromises safe hormonal therapy — medical expert
Noblefranca said that the healthcare system is affected by the stigma associated with trans healthcare, aside from medical inaccessibility, the societal prejudice embedded within institutions must be taken into account.
Drag as affirmation of trans identity
Drag as affirmation of trans identity
Creative and performance spaces like drag also become avenues for trans people to safely explore and affirm gender identity.
Broadcaster’s rape jokes denounced, journalists call for safer newsrooms
Broadcaster’s rape jokes denounced, journalists call for safer newsrooms
Cases of sexual harassment in newsrooms and media industry remain underreported.
State violence, impunity worsen violence vs women
State violence, impunity worsen violence vs women
Violence committed by state forces extends beyond domestic abuse cases.
LGBTQIA+ children, girls more vulnerable to sexual abuse
LGBTQIA+ children, girls more vulnerable to sexual abuse
Online risks become more complex with the proliferation of artificial intelligence, deepfakes, grooming, and the misuse of children’s images.
Filipina challenges SC ruling on same-sex unions before UN body
Filipina challenges SC ruling on same-sex unions before UN body
The filing argued that the Philippines continues to violate its obligations under CEDAW by failing to provide equal rights for women in same-sex relationships in matters involving family relations and property.
Women human rights defenders face rising tech-assisted violence
Women human rights defenders face rising tech-assisted violence
“The more we speak, the more they target us,” Sheerah Escudero, sister of drug war victim Ephraim Escudero, told Bulatlat in Filipino. “Even the dead were not spared. They tell me, ‘How about the victims of drug addicts like your brother?’”
Prohibiting forced marriage following rape upholds Muslim women’s rights, dignity — groups
Prohibiting forced marriage following rape upholds Muslim women’s rights, dignity — groups
“It is a meaningful step forward in upholding the dignity, rights, and justice that every woman and girl deserves."
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.
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.
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.
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