Behind bars, political prisoners assert freedom
"We learned so much, including the daily indignities they experienced."
Jun
2026
26
Rights groups condemn plan to lower criminal responsibility age
“Children do not get exposed to violence separate from their environment."
Jun
2026
26
Agrarian reform anniversary greets Bukidnon farmers with ‘police questioning’
“Who would not be afraid of that situation? Is the PNP aware of DAR matters? Of course, we are just human. We felt terrified.:
Jun
2026
26
Fishers’ fuel expenses remain high despite price rollback
The fisherfolk have been experiencing income loss for more than three months.
Jun
2026
26
Kalibutan | Not poor, but plundered: How imperialist war feeds the climate crisis
From the Himalayas to the Pacific Islands, we are fighting the same beast. We see the convergence of everything—the climate crisis, the mining companies, the war machines, the geopolitics.
Jun
2026
25
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.”
Jun
2026
24
Media groups denounce slay try on Roxas City broadcaster
"No threat will ever change our commitment to honest, responsible journalism."
Jun
2026
24
Why oppose HOR’s anti-political dynasty bill?
"Instead of finally putting teeth into the constitutional prohibition against political dynasties, this counterfeit bill does the exact opposite."
Jun
2026
22
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."
Jun
2026
22
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.
Jun
2026
21
Frenchie Mae Cumpio’s case cited in UN report
“While many cases against human rights defenders have been dismissed for lack of evidence, it is clear that anti-terror laws are wielded by the Philippine government to silence critical voices."
Jun
2026
20
Mary Jane Veloso’s testimony ends 11-year-long stalled legal proceedings
The groups condemned the slow-moving justice system, and Veloso's continued detention in the country, despite her recognized status as a victim of human trafficking.
Jun
2026
20
Philippine-Aussie military drills disrupt lives and livelihoods of Bicol communities
"The people were forced to leave their homes and livelihoods to accommodate military operations that do not serve their interests."
Jun
2026
20
Months after massacre, victim’s remains not yet given to family
The continued failure to return Wendel’s remains is a form of torture inflicted on the family left behind.
Jun
2026
20
Soldiers kill Lumad woman mistaken as NPA in Bukidnon
The couple reportedly went to the forested area just to gather wood and sell them to buy school supplies for their children.
Jun
2026
20
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