What election watchdog volunteers hope for beyond elections
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What election watchdog volunteers hope for beyond elections
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‘Historic win’: Political detainee tops UP election for student councilors
‘Historic win’: Political detainee tops UP election for student councilors
“This extraordinary milestone, achieved from behind bars, reflects the collective will of the UP student body and affirms the right to political participation even under the most difficult of circumstances."
Student union slams BulSU admin over welcoming Marcos-backed bets
Student union slams BulSU admin over welcoming Marcos-backed bets
“We aim for school administrations to be political—because neutrality only benefits the status quo. By welcoming these candidates into BulSU, the administration manifested support for a slate backed by political dynasties, murderers, thieves, and corrupt leaders.”
Iglesia FIlipina Independiente ordains detained clergy
Iglesia FIlipina Independiente ordains detained clergy
In his Letter of Intent to Diocese of Cagayan de Oro Bishop Felixberto Calang dated March 15, Yañez wrote that his commitment to uphold human dignity and rights, even amidst personal trials, had profoundly shaped his journey of faith and service.
Missing Bayan Muna coordinator found detained on criminal charges
Missing Bayan Muna coordinator found detained on criminal charges
“The military’s actions aim to undermine the rights of marginalized sectors, including farmers and women, and silence those advocating for change."
Bayan Muna coordinator in Batangas declared missing
Bayan Muna coordinator in Batangas declared missing
Bayan Muna ST has called Banjawan’s disappearance an “attack on progressive organizations and party-lists” and part of a worsening trend of attacks under the Ferdinand Marcos Jr. administration.
Rights groups denounce Bicol peasants’ abduction after military ops
Rights groups denounce Bicol peasants’ abduction after military ops
“No amount of military distortion can cover up the fact that they were the ones who disrespected the traditional culture of Maundy Thursday for Christians."
‘Anak ng Kordilyera’: Missing Dexter and Bazoo on 41st People’s Cordillera Day
‘Anak ng Kordilyera’: Missing Dexter and Bazoo on 41st People’s Cordillera Day
At the 41st People’s Cordillera Day, the call to surface Dexter and Bazoo resounded through poetry, song, and collective memory—a call carried by loved ones and communities determined to bring them home.
6 Cagayan Valley activists, latest victims of fabricated terror financing charges
6 Cagayan Valley activists, latest victims of fabricated terror financing charges
“These charges are not isolated legal actions but legal weapons wielded to dismantle grassroots resistance and electoral opposition.”
Red-tagging, military visits to kin of missing activist warrant investigation
Red-tagging, military visits to kin of missing activist warrant investigation
Nica is still a student of Wesleyan University-Philippines in Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija. However, this does not stop her in pursuing justice. Desaparecidos said that she has been an active member since her brother’s disappearance and a frequent speaker during protests and forums on human rights violations.
Children’s ‘pasyon’ stands in solidarity with orphans, victims of Duterte’s ‘drug war’
Children’s ‘pasyon’ stands in solidarity with orphans, victims of Duterte’s ‘drug war’
“The arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity marks a turning point. But it is only the beginning. Justice must not stop at symbolism, it must materialize in policy reform, prosecution of all perpetrators, and tangible support for the victims and their families.”
Kontra Daya pushes for disqualification of Vendors Party-list
Kontra Daya pushes for disqualification of Vendors Party-list
“Crucial to the resolution of this case is the fundamental social justice principle that those who have less in life should have more in law. The party-list system is one such tool intended to benefit those who have less in life. It gives the great masses of our people genuine hope and genuine power. It is a message to the destitute and the prejudiced, and even to those in the underground, that change is possible. It is an invitation for them to come out of their limbo and seize the opportunity."
Daughter seeks court’s help for 81-year-old father mistakenly arrested as NPA leader
Daughter seeks court’s help for 81-year-old father mistakenly arrested as NPA leader
“Despite the evidence we presented, he wasn’t released. Why? Because there is a P7.8 million bounty on the person who shares the same name as our father."
Group asked Judicial Bar Council not to promote ‘warrant factory judge’
Group asked Judicial Bar Council not to promote ‘warrant factory judge’
"The judiciary must be a sanctuary for rights and not an enabler of impunity.”
Red-tagging, surveillance of LGBT youth activist in Nueva Ecija spark outrage
Red-tagging, surveillance of LGBT youth activist in Nueva Ecija spark outrage
“These acts of red-tagging and harassment are fabrications built on false narratives and are being used as justification to openly trample on the basic civil rights of youth and student activists like Eyu [Delfin],” Bahaghari-Nueva Ecija said in a statement.
Bayan Muna Canada denounces red-tagging posters in Toronto
Bayan Muna Canada denounces red-tagging posters in Toronto
Bayan Muna Canada said that Filipino overseas voters are also prone to red-tagging.
Cebu environmental leader on NTF-ELCAC ‘watchlist’ fears for safety
Cebu environmental leader on NTF-ELCAC ‘watchlist’ fears for safety
Giovanni Gabuli, who chairs the environmental group Pundok Sagop Kalikopan and works with the Bacay Fisherfolk Association, has long advocated against harmful reclamation projects affecting local communities.
Progressive, rights groups launch white ribbon campaign in solidarity with EJK victims
Progressive, rights groups launch white ribbon campaign in solidarity with EJK victims
“That's why we are launching the white ribbon campaign today, as a symbol of our recognition that they [EJK victims] are the true victims, a symbol of our support for their quest for justice, a symbol of our call to hold accountable those responsible for the EJKs during Duterte's drug war.”
13 years on, still no budget for CHR to implement anti-enforced disappearance law
13 years on, still no budget for CHR to implement anti-enforced disappearance law
“While it is still not working, when the law is not implemented, it is mere embellishment."
Bicolanos reiterate abolition of NTF-ELCAC
Bicolanos reiterate abolition of NTF-ELCAC
Makabayan Bicol expressed alarm over the growing incidents of red-tagging, and outright threats against progressive candidates, their campaigners and supporters even with the issuance by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) of Resolution No. 1116 prohibiting acts associated with red-tagging.
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