The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has dramatically heightened geopolitical tensions, severely disrupting global oil supply chains and causing fuel prices to soar. Although geographically distant from the Philippines, the repercussions of this war are already deeply impacting Filipinos—emotionally and financially, given that over two million Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) are based in the…

A Love That Defies the Storm: Reflecting on the EHRD Guide Launch February is often painted in shades of red and pink – roses gathered in bouquets, handwritten notes in cute cards, quiet dinners, and even grand declarations. But beyond the romance we celebrate with our loved ones, there exists another kind of love –…

In October 2025, ASEAN reached a pivotal milestone by adopting the ASEAN Declaration on the Right to a Safe, Clean, Healthy, and Sustainable Environment (ADER)-the region’s first comprehensive framework that integrates environmental rights into ASEAN’s human rights system. For the first time, ASEAN collectively acknowledged environmental rights, aligning its position with the United Nations’ 2022…

This Human Rights Month, the Community Legal Help and Public Interest Centre, Inc. (C-HELP) stands in solidarity with Environmental Human Rights Defenders (EHRDs) who safeguard our people and planet. We commemorate this occasion by affirming their vital role in protecting communities and ecosystems. In every corner of the country, this solidarity takes shape in real…

There’s a burning rage growing inside every person’s chest every time it rains hard in Manila. It is undeniable how people in Metro Manila grapple through floodwaters every time there’s a weather disturbance. In a span of minutes of torrential rains, Manila alleys become easily inundated. People are tired of romanticizing resilience as they endure…

Shining a spotlight on one of the most urgent environmental challenges of our time-plastic pollution-the Community Legal Help and Public Interest Centre launched an essay writing contest themed ‘HOW DO WE SOLVE THE PLASTIC POLLUTION PROBLEM?’ Through this initiative, C-Help invited young voices from the community to share their ideas, experiences, and visions for a…