For Distressed OFWs in Jeddah, Hope Lies Under the Bridge of Khandara (Photo Essay)
Hope Lies Under Khandara Bridge
For Distressed OFWs in Jeddah, Hope Lies Under the Bridge of Khandara (Photo Essay)
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With Budget Cuts, ‘Corporatization’ of Health Care, Aquino Backs Out of ‘Health for All’ Promise
With Budget Cuts, ‘Corporatization’ of Health Care, Aquino Backs Out of ‘Health for All’ Promise
By MARYA SALAMAT
“Health is about people, not profits. The provision of health services should never be contingent on the patient’s ability to pay or the public hospital’s capacity to generate its own income. The provision of health services should be guaranteed by government to its people." –- Health Alliance for Democracy
No End in Sight to Violence, Poverty and Deprivation Afflicting Filipino Women
No End in Sight to Violence, Poverty and Deprivation Afflicting Filipino Women
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
While more women are in the forefront of politics and the struggle to uphold women’s rights, still, there are many women whose rights are being violated, be it in their own communities, houses, and workplaces. Even the government violates the rights of women.
UN Upholds Victim’s Rights, Criticizes Philippine Government, Justice System
UN Upholds Victim’s Rights, Criticizes Philippine Government, Justice System
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
She had to recount her ordeal in court over and over again while being questioned by defense attorneys whose aim was to destroy her credibility. She was called a “bad person”, a “whore”, an “adulteress”, and an “extortionist” by the Davao media. And after several years of an excruciating uphill battle, she lost her case in court. But she was undeterred.
Morong 43 Recall Abuse by Military
For 2 ‘Morong 43’ Moms, a New Beginning
For 2 ‘Morong 43’ Moms, a New Beginning
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
Mercy Castro and Judilyn Oliveros gave birth while in police custody and had been under “hospital arrest.” Their release on Friday signaled not just a new beginning but, most importantly, a continuation of their struggle and commitment to help the poor.
Hunger Strike Forced Gov’t to Withdraw Charges — Morong 43, Rights Advocates
Hunger Strike Forced Gov’t to Withdraw Charges — Morong 43, Rights Advocates
By RONALYN V. OLEA
“We are happy but we are still angered. In the first place, the Morong 43 are innocent. They should not have been detained,” Ofelia Beltran-Balleta, mother of Jane Balleta, one of the Morong 43, said in an interview with Bulatlat.
Children Hold Rally for Peace Based On Justice
Children Hold Rally for Peace Based On Justice
By MARYA SALAMAT
The Children's Rehabilitation Center (CRC) had documented six cases of frustrated killings, four victims of torture, two illegal arrest and detention, two victims of rape and 136 children affected by forcible evacuation during Aquino's first five months in office. In all these cases witnesses tagged state military forces as the perpetrators.
News in Pictures: Remembering, Honoring Women Victims of Rights Abuses
News in Pictures: Remembering, Honoring Women Victims of Rights Abuses
MANILA -- November 29 became a day of songs, poems and testimonies honoring women victims of human rights abuses, as women rights group Tanggol Bayi and families of victims of human rights violations led the commemoration of the International Day for Women Human Rights Defenders.
Child Rights Advocates Bewail Distortion of Child Protection Principles for Counter-Insurgency
Child Rights Advocates Bewail Distortion of Child Protection Principles for Counter-Insurgency
By MARYA SALAMAT
Children have been suffering the brunt of military operations along with their elders, but whereas before they were considered as “collateral damages,” since 2007, most children being encountered by the military in operations are being labeled as “child combatants.”
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For More Than Half a Century, Justice Remains Elusive to Filipino Comfort Women
For More Than Half a Century, Justice Remains Elusive to Filipino Comfort Women
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
Lila Pilipina, the organization of Filipino women who were used as sex slaves by the Japanese Imperial Army during World War II, said the Supreme Court decision denying their petition to hold the Japanese government accountable for its crimes against them, which was penned by Associate Justice Mariano del Castillo, was not only plagiarized but was also “twisted.”
News in Pictures: Gabriela Slams Aquino for Leading Filipinos Toward ‘Rough Road’, Criticizes Anti-Women Policies
News in Pictures: Gabriela Slams Aquino for Leading Filipinos Toward ‘Rough Road’, Criticizes Anti-Women Policies
On October 28, members of Gabriela marched in the streets of Davao City during the commemoration of the 27th year of National Day of Protest of Filipino Women, protesting the continuing state violence and oppression against Filipino women under the administration of President Benigno Aquino III.
‘Gender Gap Index’ Not Reflective of True State of Filipino Women – Gabriela
‘Gender Gap Index’ Not Reflective of True State of Filipino Women – Gabriela
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
“A glaring proof that Filipino women are still living in oppressive conditions – even though the country ranks high in gender-based indexes – is the increasing number of victims of violence against women, most notably, gang rape,” said Lana Linaban, secretary general of Gabriela.
Rights Lawyers From 10 Countries Visit Morong 43
Rights Lawyers From 10 Countries Visit Morong 43
By RONALYN V. OLEA
“It’s amazing to see how strong you are despite everything that had happened to you…It’s fantastic. I am moved and it has given me more encouragement to take your case,” Michael Gooding, a lawyer from United Kingdom, told the Morong 43.
Violent Sidewalk Clearing Operations Leave Pregnant Vendor Dead
Violent Sidewalk Clearing Operations Leave Pregnant Vendor Dead
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
"We are condemning the violent dispersal by authorities here and elsewhere," Bea Arellano of Kalipunan ng Damayang Mahihirap said, "While there are still no decent jobs available for the Filipino people, the government should allow vendors to sell, even on sidewalks, to earn a living."
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