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Philippines Rights Reporting
Years active: 2007-2010
IWPR has been working in the Philippines since 2007 and is currently working in the Philippines to combat corruption and promote transparency and accountability in public life. We are doing so through information, education, reporting, training, outreach and advocacy.
Security Force Reforms Under Scrutiny
Police and military say they have set out to improve their human rights record, but evidence so far is slim.
Few Clues to Journalist Killing
Murdered broadcaster may have dug too deep in local corruption stories.
Muslim Groups Seek to Mediate in Mindanao Crisis
NGO representatives and religious figures are calling for both sides in conflict to hold further peace talks.
Mindanao: “Children of War” Face Uncertain Fate
With little sign of peace in Mindanao, the lives of its child refugees are being irrevocably damaged.
Manila Faces Street-Dwellers Dilemma
Municipal officials and NGOs struggle to resolve the capital’s homelessness problem.
Local Communities Push for Peace Zones
Peace-building efforts by communities are becoming increasingly important as the army and MILF renew hostilities.
Lumad Demand Self-Determination
Indigenous people in south Philippines want protection of their rights enshrined in any future peace agreement.
Authorities Urged to End Mindanao Fighting
With thousands displaced, religious and civil groups urge government to resolve conflict peacefully.