Gascon a symbol of democracy, human rights – PCOO, IBPThe urn containing the ashes of Commission on Human Rights Chairman Chito Gascon was displayed at the CHR office in Quezon City yesterday. MANILA, Philippines — Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Chairman Jose Luis Martin “Chito” Gascon was a symbol of democracy and human rights, according to the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP). “May his legacy and contributions for the continued protection and promotion of our democratic foundations and that of our human rights live within the Filipino people,” he added. He led investigations into alleged human rights abuses during Aquino and Duterte administrations. A stalwart of human rights, he was undaunting in upholding the constitutional mandate of the CHR.”The IBP expressed its condolences to Gascon’s family.

Source: Philippine Star October 10, 2021 15:56 UTC