Manila Muslims Face Kidnap Threat
Mindanao Muslims who head north in search of better life targeted by renegade police officers.
Afghan Moonshine a Growth Industry
Tougher restrictions on alcohol imports create boom for illicit local producers catering for surprising levels of consumer demand.
Rape Surrounded by Impunity and Silence
The few victims brave enough to go public face an uphill battle to secure justice, despite a one-off intervention by the president.
Philippines: June ‘08
IWPR and local partner take part in television debate on press reporting of human rights in the country.
Philippines: "Waging Peace" in Sulu
Big development effort seen as crucial to winning hearts and minds on lawless, militant island.
Mountainous Task for Teachers
Families in mountain areas more concerned about where they will get their next meal than educating their children.
Philippines Faces Migrant Worker Dilemma
They often suffer injustices to support families back home, but leave their country short of skilled workers.
Mothers of Missing Struggle On
With the state unable or unwilling to help, mothers of the disappeared left to seek justice themselves.
Ray of Hope for Homeless
Proposed legislation pledges to provide shelter to millions of homeless Filipinos.
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