PUSHING FOR A PRO-PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT IS NOT A CRIME: Release the arrested development workers in Negros

The Asia Pacific Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines (APCHRP) vehemently condemns the illegal arrest and detention of three (3) development workers namely Dharyl Albañez, Federico Salvilla, and Perla Pavillar of PDG Inc. On December 3, 2024, the Department of Justice (DOJ)

APCHRP: Innocent teenagers continue to die as the Marcos Jr. regime’s militarization of the countryside intensifies

Before the turn of the new year, the murderous Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) stationed in Masbate province killed two minors in Brgy. Paguihaman, Uson town of the said province. In the wee hours of Friday, 27 December, Redjan Montealegre (18) and

AFP MUST ADHERE TO THE RULES OF WAR! UPHOLD INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW! UPHOLD COMPREHENSIVE AGREEMENT ON HUMAN RIGHTS AND INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW! JUSTICE FOR MARIFE GAYADAN! DEFEND MINDORO!

The ruthless 4th Infantry Battalion of the Philippine Army has once again committed violations of International Humanitarian Law and the Comprehensive Agreement on Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law (CARHRIHL). This is evident in their blatant disrespect for the remains of an alleged

From APCHRP

May this season inspires hope and foster justice for all victims of human rights abuses, renewing our unwavering commitment and solidarity with the Philippines in advancing human rights.

APCHRP: Human rights violations under the Marcos-Duterte regime continue into the Christmas season with abduction of two farmers

As Filipinos prepare for Christmas, human rights violations by the Marcos-Duterte regime continue with the forced disappearance of two farmers in Quezon province.  According to human rights group, Tanggol Quezon (English: Defend Quezon) – a member organisation of the human rights alliance KARAPATAN,

REINSTATE DISMISSED WORKERS AND LABOR LEADERS! STOP THE UNION BUSTING OF NEXPERIA PHILIPPINES!

Last December 17, NEXPERIA, a multinational semiconductor company, dismissed labor leaders operating at its factory, including the union’s president, Mary Ann Castillo, Vice President Antonio Fajardo, also acting chair of Pamantik-KMU (Pagkakaisa ng Manggagawa sa Timog Katagalugan-KMU), Board of Directors member Girlie Batad,

Expose and oppose the escalating and systematic human rights violations

Demand justice and accountability for Marcos-Dutertes crimes against Filipinos As the world celebrates International Human Rights Day, Filipinos wallow in escalating violations of their human rights by the government and rampant corruption of the country’s coffers. Such is the reality under the Marcos-Duterte

Stop the Militarization in Hacienda Luisita! Justice for the Victims of Hacienda Luisita Massacre!

After the commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Hacienda Luisita Massacre on November 16, 2024, farmworkers in Hacienda Luisita faced yet another series of surveillance and militarization. At noon of November 18, six suspected military personnel in civilian clothing, accompanied by Florida

APCHRP Welcomes Acquittal of Himamaylan 7, Denounces State Fabrications

The Asia Pacific Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines (APCHRP) warmly welcomes the acquittal of the Himamaylan 7, which includes Pastor. Jimie Teves Sr. and six farmers—Jodito Montesino, Jaypee Romano, Jasper Aguyong, Rogen Sabanal, Rodrigo Sabanal, Rodrigo Medez, and Elesio Andress. Before

Official Statement of Asia Pacific Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines on Immediate Release of Peasant Organizer Fhobie Matias

The Asia Pacific Coalition on Human Rights in the Philippines (APCHRP) strongly condemns the kidnapping of KASAMA-TK peasant organizer Fhobie Matias, who was abducted last September 28 in Calamba, Laguna, while conducting consultation work with local farmers. This act is not only a