‘A ruling for rapists,’ Gabriela on SC ruling
"Rape is rape. Rape is indignity. No matter the nature or specifics, rape is a violation of a person's humanity."
‘A ruling for rapists,’ Gabriela on SC ruling
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Remembering Jabidah Massacre and the Bangsamoro women’s role in the struggle for liberation
Remembering Jabidah Massacre and the Bangsamoro women’s role in the struggle for liberation
For the Moro people, the Jabidah Massacre was just one of the atrocities committed against them that remains unaccounted for.
From being a victim to becoming a migrant women’s rights advocate
From being a victim to becoming a migrant women’s rights advocate
Erwiana’s story was among the many stories of domestic workers who, despite the impact of abuse on her - physically and emotionally, have risen up again and worked for the welfare of fellow migrant workers.
‘Together we are stronger’ – Indonesian women migrant workers
‘Together we are stronger’ – Indonesian women migrant workers
“We face the same problem. We don’t want women in this situation. We had to help each other because together we are stronger."
On Women’s Day, progressives want dignified work, access to social services
On Women’s Day, progressives want dignified work, access to social services
"This year's International Working Women's Day is a challenge for us to push these issues front and center, to confront the Marcos administration to address our demands as working women."
Filipino women rise for freedom
Filipino women rise for freedom
This year, the OBR is celebrating its 10th year of putting a spotlight on plight of women all over the world. Here, One Billion Rising Philippines collaborated with the local government of Quezon City, women's group Gabriela and Gabriela Women's Partylist.
Women’s group calls for justice for slain Filipina migrant worker and model
Women’s group calls for justice for slain Filipina migrant worker and model
Women’s group Gabriela condemned the recent reports of violence against women, including the death of another overseas Filipino worker in Kuwait.
2 pregnant red fighters still missing, says women’s group
2 pregnant red fighters still missing, says women’s group
NPA fighters Aurily Havana and Jennifer Binungkasan were allegedly abducted by members of the 402nd Infantry Brigade last November 3, 2022, in Barangay Libertad, Butuan City.
Cops disrupt gift-giving program for children in Manila
Cops disrupt gift-giving program for children in Manila
Their initiative was able to provide Christmas gifts, toys, modules, clothes, and ready-to-eat food for more than 100 affected children.
‘Loving God is loving the poor’ | RMP to continue serving marginalized communities amid relentless attacks
‘Loving God is loving the poor’ | RMP to continue serving marginalized communities amid relentless attacks
The sisters saw the need for medical assistance in rural communities and this led them to start community-based health programs. With the help of RMP's partner health organizations and professionals, such as the Council for Health and Development, local community health workers in rural areas were trained to manage their own health programs, prepare herbal medicine, and teach alternative treatment like acupuncture and massage.
Clergywoman slapped with trumped-up charges for standing with the indigenous peoples
Clergywoman slapped with trumped-up charges for standing with the indigenous peoples
“She was also actively involved in many relief and rehabilitation programs for the most vulnerable communities and people in Mindoro. She supported and collaborated with the ecumenical organizations in advancing human rights advocacy, and offered sanctuary to those fleeing from violence and attacks."
Advocate dedicates her energy and time for the indigenous peoples amid harassment
Advocate dedicates her energy and time for the indigenous peoples amid harassment
“I never wanted to get rich or get famous. I want a meaningful life, that's why I became an activist."
How Adora Faye’s activism has inspired her son’s human rights work
How Adora Faye’s activism has inspired her son’s human rights work
“Adora Faye exemplifies the lingering legacy of the US-Marcos dictatorship: victims who never achieve justice and are punished twice over for their continuing fight for democracy, social justice and women's emancipation."
Remembering Richie Extremadura and the comfort women’s undying call for justice
Remembering Richie Extremadura and the comfort women’s undying call for justice
Richie, former national coordinator of Lila Pilipina, passed away on August 25 due to anemia and complications from diabetes. Her leadership in Lila Pilipina pushed forward the fight of the comfort women movement for decades in the Philippines. Amid disinformation and wars of aggression, her legacy is worth remembering.
Honoring women human rights defenders
Honoring women human rights defenders
November 29 is international women human rights defenders’ day. In the Philippines, several women human rights defenders are being attacked for defending and promoting human rights.
‘Some children in conflict with the law are still being placed in detention centers and jails’
‘Some children in conflict with the law are still being placed in detention centers and jails’
Preda runs ideal facilities for the accommodation and rehabilitation of children in conflict with the law. All over the country, many local government units are unable to protect the children.
Woman solon lauds Comelec’s junking of motions filed by red-tagging task force
Woman solon lauds Comelec’s junking of motions filed by red-tagging task force
“With the recent Comelec order, the NTF-ELCAC is now grasping at straws in its allegation of foreign funding, aside from clutching at concocted stories of fake rebels. We are confident that the truth will soon be affirmed and all the lies against us will be debunked."
Peasant women mark int’l rural women’s day
Peasant women mark int’l rural women’s day
“This important day was celebrated every year to recognize the contribution of rural-based women to the attainment of household and national food security, agriculture, and economic development, but in the Philippines, the sector remains a victim of system-wide poverty, hunger, and abuses, fueled by the chronic landlessness, oppression and exploitation, and suppression of its assertion of land rights."
Ailing dev’t worker arrested in Roxas City
Ailing dev’t worker arrested in Roxas City
The 45-year-old activist, along with Gabriela-Roxas City’s secretary general Marivie Bartolome Arguelles and another individual, was named in a search warrant used by the members of the police to raid their shelter house for women located at Happy Homes Subdivision, Barangay Sibaguan, Roxas City.
Tributes highlight beauty of Nelia Sancho
Tributes highlight beauty of Nelia Sancho
Tributes continue to pour for the late beauty queen and women’s rights activist Nelia Sancho, who passed away last week.
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