Press freedom is a cornerstone of democracy, ensuring that journalists can report truthfully and hold power to account without fear of censorship or retaliation. In the Philippines, press freedom remains a critical issue, one increasingly under threat not only by direct intimidation but also through digital means. Filipino women journalists Read more
Demonstrating a shared commitment to youth empowerment, the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Muntinlupa (PLMun), the DivinaLaw Foundation, and the Foundation for Media Alternatives (FMA) joined forces to host a legal education seminar titled “Safe Spaces Online: Legal Rights, Mental Health, and Responsible Social Media Use for the Filipino Youth” last Read more
MARCOS YEAR 3: PROMISES, PROGRESS, BACKLOGS Rappler’s community partners from the #FactsFirstPH, #AtinAngPilipinas, and #CourageON: No Lockdown on Rights coalitions identified updates on key promises made by Marcos and his administration during his third year in power. NO MENTION OF KONEKTADONG PINOY BILL, AI IN SONA 2025 The Konektadong Pinoy Read more
We live in a culture that thrives on visibility. Photos, livestreams, Reels, and TikToks are part of daily life – documenting joy, creativity, protest, even injustice. But amid this constant documentation, consent has become an afterthought. When someone films you without your permission, especially in a way that is sexualized, Read more
“I never used to think twice about what I posted online—until I saw someone like me get doxxed. Her address, phone number, even her family’s photos were spread by strangers just because she spoke out.”In today’s digital world, our personal information such as our names, locations, even the people we Read more
In recent years, trafficking in the Philippines has taken a disturbing turn as perpetrators use digital tools to recruit their victims. What was once happening mainly in remote brothels and through physical recruitment is now happening online, behind screens, under usernames, and in encrypted messages. This shift marks a dangerous Read more
In the Philippines, where numerous typhoons devastate communities one after another, internet access is not just an issue of convenience. It is a political one as well. Each storm season, millions are cut off from electricity, transportation, and communication. But what often gets overlooked is how the lack of internet Read more
In a country where over 97 million individuals are connected to the internet, the digital platforms have become more than just tools for connection, they are now a vital part of everyday life. But beneath the ease and entertainment they offer lies a growing danger: sextortion, a disturbing and often Read more
Online gender-based violence (OGBV) refers to acts of harm, harassment, and discrimination that are perpetrated through or amplified by digital technologies and disproportionately impact women, LGBTQIA+ people, and other marginalized genders. As digital engagement grows in the Philippines, so does the scale, intensity, and complexity of such harm. Since 2012, Read more
MARCOS TOLD TO VETO ‘KONEKTADONG PINOY’ BILL DUE TO SECURITY RISKS A consumer group on Wednesday appealed to President Marcos to veto the “Konektadong Pinoy bill,” a measure that the Congress has already ratified and is now up for his signature. 35 GROUPS CALL FOR SIGNING OF KONEKTADONG PINOY BILL Read more