#HumanRights #Farmers | SEARICE hails Court of Appeals’ decision against GM Golden Rice and Bt Eggplant, a triumph for food sovereignty advocates. Citing environmental and health risks, SEARICE vows to defend Filipino farmers’ rights. #FoodSovereignty #GMOBan
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#HumanRights #Health | EcoWaste Coalition uncovers mercury in Faiza Beauty Cream, marketed to address skin issues. Despite claims, the cream contains 7,110 ppm of mercury, far exceeding safety limits. Consumers urged to beware and prioritize natural skincare. #MercuryWarning #SkinSafety
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#HumanRights #ClimateJustice | Civil society groups vehemently oppose the Asian Development Bank’s current Environmental and Social Framework draft. Key concerns include accountability lapses, opaque stakeholder engagement, and weakened protections for marginalized communities.
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#HumanRights #Health | Unveiling the Toxic Truth: New Documentary Exposes Mercury in Skin Whitening Products
In a gripping narrative, ‘The Dark Side of Skin-Lightening’ uncovers the hazardous mercury trade in beauty products. From cultural roots to health risks, this 13-minute eye-opener sparks crucial conversations. Watch now for a safer beauty regime.
#HumanRights #Health | Beware: Three Paint Products Flagged for Hazardous Lead Content!EcoWaste Coalition raises alarm over imported paints tainted with dangerous lead levels. Detected in KRX Aerosol Spray, lead surpasses safety standards. Consumers urged to steer clear. Health risks abound. Take heed for safer choices.
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#HumanRights #EarthDay2024 | Filipinos Struggle Amid Intensifying El Niño: Urgent Call for National Climate Emergency! As Heat Soars, Livelihoods and Food Security at Risk. Climate Action Groups Mobilize on Earth Day. Government Urged to Prioritize Climate Change Mitigation and Renewable Energy Development. #ClimateEmergency #ProtectOurFuture
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#HumanRights #Women | Join the Artistic Movement for Environmental Justice! 🎨🌍 Freedom from Debt Coalition Women’s Committee hosts “Women as Carriers of the Environment,” a collective art-making event on Earth Day, April 26, 2024. Register now and let your creativity speak for the planet! #ProtectOurEarth
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#HumanRights #EarthDay2024 | ATM Applauds Legal Challenge Against OceanaGold’s Mining Contract in Nueva Vizcaya! Asserting Community Rights and Environmental Protection. Support for Agriculture Over Mining Urged!
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It was a shocking and painful “no” vote by the United States to veto a draft declaration at the United Nations (UN) Security Council recognizing Palestine as a full member of the United Nations. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas condemned the U.S. veto and said it was “unfair, unethical, and unjustified.” Twelve members of the Security Council approved the recommendation to
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#HumanRights #EarthDay2024 | Bishop Leads Legal Battle Against Oceanagold Mining! Diocese Challenges Renewal Agreement on Earth Day. Rallying for Environment Protection!
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#HumanRights #Health | EcoWaste Coalition Uncovers Mercury-Laced Skin Lightening Products! Pasay City’s Underbelly Exposed! Toxic Trade Threatens Health & Environment. Action Urged!
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#HumanRights | Join the movement, spark change! Dive deep into the urgent call for environmental action with #WokeDtalk2024. From tackling barriers to climate solutions, every voice counts. Let’s rewrite the narrative for Mother Earth. 🌍💫 #ClimateActionNow
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#HumanRights #Environment | Unveiling the Dark Truth: Join BAN Toxics & LCUP on April 22, 2024, as they expose the dangers of mercury-added skin-lightening products. Witness the launch of ‘The Dark Side of Skin-Lightening,’ a revealing documentary revealing the hazardous effects on health and the environment. #BanMercurySLPs #ToxicFreeFuture
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#HumanRights #Environment | Microplastics: Silent Invaders Threatening Earth and Health. Leading experts warn of their omnipresence in oceans, air, and food, highlighting dire consequences. Action is urgent; from breathing to dining, microplastics infiltrate every facet of life. Join the fight for a plastic-free future. #BreakFreeFromPlastic #SaveOurPlanet 🌍
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#HumanRights | Homonhon residents and advocacy groups stand firm against Mt. Sinai Mining’s project, rejecting the public scoping on April 17, 2024. Despite objections and documented violations, EMB proceeds. Dust from mining impacts health, agriculture, and marine life. Join the fight for environmental justice. #SaveHomonhon #NoToMining
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#HumanRights #Workers | Veteran Mindanao labor activist William Lariosa’s abduction sends shockwaves. CTUHR demands justice. With a history of harassment, Lariosa’s disappearance sparks outcry. Government denial clashes with eyewitness accounts. Organizing is not a crime; it’s a human right. #JusticeForLariosa #EndEnforcedDisappearances #ProtectActivists
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#HumanRights #ClimateJustice | Fossil fuels fail us again! Luzon and Visayas grids face red and yellow alerts, with 19 power plants offline, totaling 2,117.3MW. These frequent outages highlight the unreliability of fossil fuel power. Join the call for a transition to clean, reliable renewables. #RenewableEnergy #FossilFuelFailures
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#HumanRights | Urgent Call: Women in Rural Areas Bear Brunt of El Niño Crisis. Join PKKK in Demanding Action. From dwindling food supplies to health risks, rural women face escalating challenges. Learn about their struggles and support vital solutions. #ElNiñoCrisis #RuralWomen #ClimateAction
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#HumanRights | Defend Land Rights Defenders! Halt Criminalization and SLAPP Cases Against Peasants and Activists. Focus on the Global South calls for solidarity on the International Day of Peasant’s Struggles. Uphold human rights for small-scale food providers worldwide. Join the fight for justice and protection. #LandRights #PeasantStruggles
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#HumanRights #Health | Alert: Toxic Toy Warning! Gel Blaster Guns Pose Health Risks to Kids. BAN Toxics Urges Vigilance. Learn more and safeguard your children. Join the call for stronger regulations to protect young ones from harmful toys. Contact Thony Dizon at BAN Toxics for more information. #SafetyFirst
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#HumanRights #Jobs | Save 48,500 Jobs: Join the Conversation on the End of MC Taxi Pilot Study 🛵💼 Ser Don TV delves into the fate of riders as the pilot study nears its end on May 31. What’s next for them if MC Taxi operations cease? Watch and discuss
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#HumanRights #ClimateJustice | Mindanao Struggles Against El Niño’s Wrath: Urgent Call for National Action 🌾🔥 Organizations and local units report losses as drought grips the region. From Cagayan de Oro to Zamboanga, communities face water shortages and agricultural setbacks. The Philippine Movement for Climate Justice demands swift government response to mitigate impact. #ElNiñoCrisis
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#HumanRights #Environment | ATM Applauds Sen. Hontiveros’ Move to Probe Mining and Quarrying. Alyansa Tigil Mina stands firmly behind Senate Resolution No. 989, backing Senator Hontiveros’ call for a thorough inquiry into the damaging impacts of mining and quarrying activities. A pivotal step towards legislative reforms for a sustainable future. #MiningProbe #EnvironmentalJustice
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#HumanRights #Environment | Japan’s Loan Influence: Fueling Infrastructure Growth While Drowning in Debt. A tale of borrowed prosperity: Japan’s financial aid builds Philippine infrastructure, but at what cost? Unveiling contradictions as Japan’s gas thirst clashes with Philippines’ renewable dreams. A story of promises, debts, and the battle for a sustainable future. #Philippines #Japan #Sustainability
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#HumanRights #Health | Concerns Rise as Medical Action Group Questions Secretary Herbosa’s Stance on Generic Medicine Preference. Advocating for Affordable and High-Quality Healthcare Access for All.
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#HumanRights #Health | Beware! Toxic Cockroach Killer P10 per Sachet: A Lethal Threat Lurks. 🚨 EcoWaste Coalition Sounds Alarm. Unregistered and possibly deadly, this cheap pesticide, banned in France, contains fipronil—a known carcinogen. Protect yourself and others. Say no to Green Leaf Powder Cockroach Killing Bait. Health first. Spread the word.
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#HumanRghts #Health | Watch Out! EcoWaste Coalition warns against unauthorized sunscreens. Ensure FDA approval, proper labeling, and reef-safe ingredients. Protect skin and marine life. Stay safe under the sun! #SunSafety
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#HumanRights #ClimateJustice | Labo Municipality, with 52 barangays, confronts climate emergency amidst heat wave. Mayor Francisco underscores urgency, urging environmental protection. Labo commits to renewable energy, aiming to lead in climate action. #ClimateCrisis #RenewableEnergy
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#HumanRights #Teachers | Teachers’ Dignity Coalition (TDC) pushes for expedited return to June-March school calendar, citing extreme heat and disruptions in April classes. VP Sara Duterte’s concern for breaks is valid, but TDC proposes shortening the calendar, not vacations. Transitioning in 2024-2025 can minimize April-May classes, ensuring efficient face-to-face learning. Let’s prioritize effective solutions in education!
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#HumanRights | ATM Stands Firm with Masungi Geopark: Defending Conservation Efforts 🌿
Alyansa Tigil Mina (ATM) pledges unwavering support for the Masungi Geopark Project amid DENR’s controversial move to cancel their vital agreement. Join the fight to preserve this ecological gem for generations to come.
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#HumanRights | Protecting Our Heroes: Waste Workers’ Survival Guide Against Scorching Heat ☀️
Amid soaring temperatures, EcoWaste Coalition and allies are arming waste workers with life-saving tips. From hydration hacks to shade strategies, they’re ensuring safety under the blazing sun. Join the mission to safeguard those who keep our streets clean!
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#HumanRights | On World Health Day, BAN Toxics sounds the alarm on the urgent need to tackle plastic pollution and climate change for public health protection. Rising temperatures fuel plastic hazards, intensifying health risks. Advocating for comprehensive plastic bans and global action, they urge policymakers to break the cycle of environmental degradation. #ProtectPublicHealth
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#HumanRights #Killings | Mayor Duterte’s declaration of a new ‘war on drugs’ echoes his father’s brutal campaign, sparking a surge in killings. With inaction from Manila, Davao City faces renewed violence. Human Rights Watch urges President Marcos to end the bloodshed and hold perpetrators accountable. Justice must prevail in the Philippines.
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#HumanRights #MartialLaw | 🚀 Exciting News! Join us for the launch of the Martial Law Digital Library! 📚 Explore this collaborative project by Ateneo de Manila University, Rizal Library, and University of Hawai’i at Manoa, shedding light on a crucial era. Register now for the hybrid event! Let’s remember, learn, and never forget. #NeverAgain
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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Applications are now open for the 2024 ASEAN Human Rights Advocacy Academy by FORUM-ASIA! Calling all youth activists in Southeast Asia to join us in empowering human rights defenders. Let’s shape the future together! Apply now and be the change! #ASEANHRAcademy #HumanRightsForAll
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#HumanRights #Health | Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna receives a crucial map from EcoWaste Coalition, pinpointing 52 stores selling banned mercury-laden cosmetics. Ahead of World Health Day, this proactive move aims to safeguard public health and the environment. It’s time for decisive action against these hazardous products!
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EcoWaste Coalition Takes a Stand Against Mercury Sales Online! 🚫 Despite gov’t regulations, toxic mercury products still flood e-commerce platforms. Aileen Lucero calls for stricter enforcement to protect health and the environment. It’s time for a mercury-free online marketplace! #NoToMercury #EcoWasteCoalition
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#HumanRights #ClimateJustice | PMCJ Applauds ERC’s Stand Against Outage Lifts! 🌟 While maintaining restrictions is a win, PMCJ criticizes ERC’s leniency towards fossil fuel outages, urging tighter regulations for consumer protection and a shift towards cleaner, reliable energy. It’s time to prioritize efficiency and climate action! #PowerToThePeople
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#HumanRights #Teachers | DepEd-NCR’s Swift Action: A Beacon of Hope in the Heat Wave! 🔥 Applauded by TDC for their proactive measures, ensuring teachers & students’ comfort. With Director Dr. Jocelyn Andaya’s nod, comfy attire & cold water are in! Let’s spread this relief nationwide! 🌟
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#HumanRights | From darkness to light: the resurrection of hundreds of abused children. Fr. Shay Cullen shares tales of hope and renewal this Easter. Through the Preda Foundation’s tireless efforts, once broken spirits have found new life. Let’s join in their mission to bring justice and healing to all. #Resurrection #ChildRights
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#HumanRights #Riders | Is suspending the expansion of MC Taxis in NCR the solution to the transportation crisis? The debate intensifies as transport groups call for a halt. But are motorcycles truly to blame for congestion? The issue delves deeper into safety concerns and economic impacts.
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