MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Monday condemned the killing of a female peasant leader in Catarman, Northern Samar. Jennifer Tonag, 35, helped farmers in defending their land rights as an organizer of the Northern Samar Farmers Association (NSFA). De Guia also reiterated its call on the government to stop all forms of violence against human rights defenders and uphold the Human Rights Defenders Protection Bill, which provides them legal recognition and protection. “Human rights defenders are people’s partners for peace and inclusive development. Edited by KGARELATED STORYGroups suspect military hand in killing of peasant organizerADVERTISEMENTRead NextEDITORS' PICKMOST READ

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer January 20, 2020 09:45 UTC