Philippines

Three years on from the politically motivated killing of 58 people in the Philippines, families are still waiting for justice says Iris Gonzales.

Filed in: Philippines Politics Violence

As the UN puts pressure on the Aquino government, Iris Gonzales considers the way forward.

Filed in: Human Rights Philippines

Jessica Cantos on the expiration of the Millennium Development Goals and the need to put people before profit.

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Iris Gonzales on the Cybercrime Prevention Act and why critics say it is an affront to civil liberties.

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Iris Gonzales on the signing of an historic peace pact between the government and Muslim rebels – and the challenges ahead.

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The Philippines still bears the scars of military dictatorship, which was imposed 40 years ago this month, says Iris Gonzales.

Filed in: Human Rights Philippines Politics

Amy Hall meets Filipino campaigner Lidy Nacpil, who shares her thoughts on floods, solidarity and ramming home the climate-change message.

Filed in: Climate Change Debt Philippines

Iris Gonzales reports on a looming threat to government support for breastfeeding in the Philippines.

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The Church says the catastrophe is a punishment from God. Really? asks Iris Gonzales.

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Iris Gonzales speaks to the inspiring Winnie Penaredondo about breaking free from an abusive marriage and coming to fight violence against women.

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Iris Gonzales on an uncomfortable absence at this month’s Human Rights Council meeting.

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