Philippines

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.

Filed in: Development (Aid) Philippines Politics Poverty UN

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

Filed in: Crime Internet Law Philippines Technology

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

Filed in: Peace Philippines

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.

Filed in: Children Philippines

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

Filed in: Disasters Philippines Water

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

Filed in: Equality Philippines Women

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

Filed in: Philippines Syria

We all have dreams of a better life, says Iris Gonzales. But can the Philippine government help to fulfil them?

Filed in: Philippines Women