Group denounces libel vs Capiz broadcasters
The cases faced by Baskog Radio anchors India and Jay Lavapiez prove that libel laws have been weaponized for intimidation and retaliation.
Group denounces libel vs Capiz broadcasters
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SC decision on Rappler case: Another victory for press freedom
SC decision on Rappler case: Another victory for press freedom
This triumph is a testament that winning is possible if people choose to fight.
Groups frustrated over ruling affirming Cumpio, Domequil guilty verdict
Groups frustrated over ruling affirming Cumpio, Domequil guilty verdict
“Uy-Perez’s blind faith in the testimonies of self-declared rebel surrenderers is unacceptable and unjust.”
Group denounces killing of Negros Occidental broadcaster
Group denounces killing of Negros Occidental broadcaster
"It is a blatant attack to silence voices that seek to inform, question, and hold power to account for their civic duties and responsibilities and uphold the public’s right to know."
Tacloban court yet to decide on journo, Church worker’s appeals
Tacloban court yet to decide on journo, Church worker’s appeals
“The team as well as the families of Frenchie and Maye are hoping that the decisions will be made as soon as possible.”
Political content led to attacks vs campus press
Political content led to attacks vs campus press
“There is no such thing as ‘apolitical’ reporting. It is always focused on the interest of the people.”
Reporter’s arrest over report on criminal case an ‘abuse of the law’
Reporter’s arrest over report on criminal case an ‘abuse of the law’
“While the security of personal information is important, the [Data Privacy Act] is also commonly used to deny media workers access to information essential to their work and for 'lawfare' suits to deter or punish coverage.”
UN experts express alarm over conviction of Cumpio, Domequil
UN experts express alarm over conviction of Cumpio, Domequil
"Cumpio and Domequil deserve to be free to fight for justice.”
NUJP debunks ‘twisted, sensationalized’ coverage on Duterte’s drug war
NUJP debunks ‘twisted, sensationalized’ coverage on Duterte’s drug war
NUJP said that this move by Kaufman dishonors the victims and demeans the work of journalists who took the risk to cover dangerous assignments.
Negros journalist files complaint due to second arrest
Negros journalist files complaint due to second arrest
He was not able to file his counter-affidavit prior to both arrests because he was not informed about the cases filed.
Groups decry denial of Frenchie Mae Cumpio’s bail
Groups decry denial of Frenchie Mae Cumpio’s bail
A support group for political prisoners criticized the court’s basis of denying the motion, particularly the so-called “potential” assistance to terrorist organizations.
Int’l groups nominate Frenchie Mae Cumpio for UNESCO’s 2026 Guillermo Cano Prize
Int’l groups nominate Frenchie Mae Cumpio for UNESCO’s 2026 Guillermo Cano Prize
“Awarding her with the 2026 UNESCO’s Cano Prize would be a clarion call for the Philippines and other countries to cease the rampant criminalization and undue imprisonment of journalists."
Support for journo Frenchie Mae Cumpio grows, groups slam 6th year of detention
Support for journo Frenchie Mae Cumpio grows, groups slam 6th year of detention
The case sets a dangerous legal precedent. It signals that reporting on militarization, development projects, or marginalized communities can be recast as terrorism.
When Journalism is Treated as Terrorism*
When Journalism is Treated as Terrorism*
Frenchie Mae Cumpio’s continued detention is not only an injustice against one journalist. It is an assault on press freedom, community journalism, and the public’s right to know. When journalism is criminalized, entire communities are silenced –and democracy is further diminished.
Church councils condemn Cumpio, Domequil conviction
Church councils condemn Cumpio, Domequil conviction
The United Church of Christ in the Philippines (UCCP) and the National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP) issued public statements on January 26 rejecting the conviction and urging its reversal.
Int’l groups call for Cumpio, Domequil release
Int’l groups call for Cumpio, Domequil release
Cumpio and Domequil were targeted because of their efforts to improve the lives of the poor people in Eastern Visayas.
How ‘ex-rebels’ testimonies lead to conviction of Cumpio, Domequil
How ‘ex-rebels’ testimonies lead to conviction of Cumpio, Domequil
“It’s based on these self-serving testimonies of these military assets, whose credibility in the first place should be questioned."
Justice still elusive 15 years after murder of journalist Gerry Ortega
Justice still elusive 15 years after murder of journalist Gerry Ortega
"We also grieve over what we as a people have allowed to fester: public servants who steal before our very eyes and openly get away with murder."
Kin, groups denounce guilty verdict on detained journalist’s case
Kin, groups denounce guilty verdict on detained journalist’s case
The conviction went against a previous decision in October 2025 by the Court of Appeals which voided the civil forfeiture case against Cumpio and Domequil.
Groups decry ‘questionable’ arrest of Negros Occidental journalist
Groups decry ‘questionable’ arrest of Negros Occidental journalist
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines - Negros Island Region chapter (NUJP-NIR) viewed Delilan’s arrest as pure intimidation and harassment aimed at silencing his critical reportage.
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