Tag: Human rights
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
Philippine Christian youth group lauds High Court’s decision on ‘red-tagging’
Red-tagging practices, including "vilification, labeling, and guilt by association," threaten a person's right to life, liberty, or security
Fr. Patton calls for leadership and reconciliation amid Holy Land conflict
He emphasized the need for leaders on both sides to prioritize reconciliation and work toward a lasting peace
On World Press Freedom Day, journalists across Asia continue to face...
In areas controlled by rebel forces, it can be easier to get information, but there are only limited protections for journalists
In Asia Pacific, rise in public debt is hurting women’s access...
Gabriela assailed how Filipino women have been suffering due to decades of privatization and low prioritization of public health care
Memorial site for drug war victims inaugurated in Philippines
Villanueva lamented the plight of EJK victims’ families who are unable to prioritize securing their loved ones’ remains due to poverty
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