Tag: Human rights
Pope calls for global unity and peace at world meeting on...
Pope Francis highlighted the importance of rejecting war and embracing peace, urging the global community to recognize their shared humanity
Southeast Asian media groups cite need for press freedom in dealing...
Jo Hiranaka of UNESCO Bangkok mentioned that over 749 journalists were assaulted during the last 15 years, with 44 of them being murdered
Southeast Asian working mothers struggle for work-life balance, survey reveals
About 44 percent of those surveyed wish for greater recognition of the challenges faced by working mothers.
The courageous child victims winning cases against abusers
Justice was surely done and Ariela had won her case, the ninth victory for 2024 by the courageous Preda Children
Pope announces Holy See’s readiness to aid in exchange of Russian...
He stressed the significance of freedom and peace, reassuring that the Holy See is prepared to "facilitate every effort in this regard"
Caritas Philippines describes SC ruling on red-tagging as ‘game-changer’
Caritas PH called on government and military to respect the court's decision and protect all citizens, regardless of their political views
ICRC calls for protection of civilians in Rafah
The ICRC stated that intensified military operations would threaten civilians, who struggle with access to essential services
Fighting in Rakhine state townships displaces 40,000 Rohingyas
More than 166,000 people have fled their homes amid the conflict in Rakhine state, according to the United Nations
Land distribution in Philippines: result of collective action
It took three decades of struggle for land rights before the Tinang farmers were installed to their land on May 8
Clerical child abuse, a shocked president, and a silent church
The silence and absence of Catholic social action today is glaring. Many years ago, youth leaders could rally thousands to protest injustice
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