Call on media workers to strengthen ranks, defend rights. Inquirer.net May 8, 2013 The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines joins all workers in the fight for jobs, decent wages and democratic rights. We especially salute and express solidarity with all media workers who remain dedicated to and passionate about their work, despite the … Continue reading »
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[In the news] Gay marriage equality logo spreads on social media -philstar.com
Gay marriage equality logo spreads on social media philstar.com March 28, 2013 NEW YORK (AP) — Companies and celebrities from Beyonce to George Takei have joined millions of social media users in posting and tweaking a simple red logo in support of gay marriage in the United States. A square box with thick pink horizontal … Continue reading »
[Video/Film] BALITOK goes to Nueva Vizcaya
BALITOK goes to Nueva Vizcaya. January 30 ( Wednesday) 3PM at Nueva Vizcaya State University (NVSU) Gymnasium Source: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151299757185896&set=pcb.10151299780515896&type=1&theater Human Rights Online Philippines does not hold copyright over these materials. Author/s and original source/s of information are retained including the URL contained within the tagline and byline of the articles, news information, photos etc.
[Campaign/Event] on-line campaign for the advancement of ESC rights and particularly for the signing and ratification of the ESC Optional Protocol -Phil. NGO-PO network on ESCR
Friends, We are now intensifying our on-line campaign for the advancement of ESC rights and particularly for the signing and ratification of the ESC Optional Protocol. May we request you to do the following on the internet: a.) Please join our Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/306751979429590/ b.) Like our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/RatifyOPICESCRPh c.) Follow @ESCRNetworkPH on Twitter … Continue reading »
[From the web] Visionary internet activist Aaron Swartz found dead; was this brilliant internet revolutionary taken out?
Visionary internet activist Aaron Swartz found dead; was this brilliant internet revolutionary taken out?. January 13, 2013 by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger Editor of NaturalNews.com Adding to the list of mysterious deaths that have happened over the last few days, internet visionary and brilliant internet activist Aaron Swartz was found dead yesterday. Swartz, only … Continue reading »
[Event] Invitation to a Web Activity on January 14, 2013 -Free Cocoy Tulawie Movement
ADVISORY Invitation to a Web Activity For the first year anniversary of Cocoy Tulawie’s detention, Let us protest using the social media against the inadequacy of legal remedies afforded to Cocoy, against the snail-paced movement of the judicial system; against the human rights violations committed against a Defender. DEFENDERS MUST BE DEFENDED!! We invite the … Continue reading »
[From the web] Esperlita and Pentecostes, Hope and Pentecost? by Fr. Robert Reyes
Esperlita and Pentecostes, Hope and Pentecost? by Fr. Robert Reyes It was with an an odd combination of feelings that I read about the recent arrest and detention of Esperlita “Perling” Garcia accused of Libel by Gonzaga, Cagayan Mayor Carlito Pentecostes Jr. On the one hand, I felt indignation at another case of political harassment … Continue reading »
[In the news] Cagayan anti-mining leader arrested over Facebook post -INQUIRER.net
Cagayan anti-mining leader arrested over Facebook post. By Melvin Gascon, Inquirer Northern Luzon October 20, 2012 BAYOMBONG, Philippines – The leader of an anti-mining group in Cagayan was arrested Thursday for posting an allegedly libelous account about a mining issue on her Facebook page in May last year. Esperlita Garcia said she was arrested at … Continue reading »
[Press Release] Black Tuesday 2.0: Occupying Padre Faura for Internet Freedom, Campaign Goes International -PIFA.ph
Black Tuesday 2.0: Occupying Padre Faura for Internet Freedom, Campaign Goes International The Philippine Internet Freedom Alliance (PIFA), made up of different organizations, netizens, and bloggers, occupied Padre Faura for the second time on Tuesday to uphold freedom of expression and pressure the Supreme Court to issue a temporary restraining order on the Cybercrime Prevention … Continue reading »
[From the web] Click ‘Like’ for Libel -PhilRights.org
Click ‘Like’ for Libel by Ramil A. Andag, PhilRights.org According to a recent TNS report, almost half (45%) of the Filipino population connects to the internet. The country has an estimated 40 million Facebook users; worldwide, the Philippines ranks 10th in Twitter use, with an estimated 9.5 million registered users. Internet use, especially social media use, … Continue reading »
[Featured Site] Philippine Internet Freedom Alliance or PIFA FB group
Philippine Internet Freedom Alliance or PIFA FB group We are the Philippine Internet Freedom Alliance or PIFA (formerly known as Filipino Internet Freedom Alliance of FIFA — we’re keeping both names), a broad coalition of individuals and organizations seeking to amend / remove the provisions which threaten Internet Freedom in Republic Act No. 10175 or … Continue reading »
[Press Release] Black Tuesday Protest against Cyber Crime Law gains support of International Digital Freedom Group -Dakila
Black Tuesday Protest against Cyber Crime Law gains support of International Digital Freedom Group The global movement for digital freedom Access has launched a worldwide petition to Stop Cyber Martial Law in the Philippines. According to the petition, “With broad and unjust cybercrime laws being enacted around the world, we need to fight them one by … Continue reading »
[In the news] Widespread social media blackout vs Cybercrime Law -GMANews.com
Widespread social media blackout vs Cybercrime Law A.M. MARZOÑA, GMA NEWS October 2, 2012 In support of the movement to repeal the recently passed Anti-Cybercrime Act, Filipino netizens on Tuesday turned their Facebook and Twitter profile pictures to black. The movement started at daybreak and quickly gained momentum over the day until social media were … Continue reading »
[Press Release] Anti-Epal Activists highlight problems beyond Epal -Dakila
Anti-Epal Activists highlight problems beyond Epal Manila – Anti-Epal activists, led by Mae Paner dressed as the popular character Juana Change, trooped to the Comelec to join the thousands of political candidates to file their certificates of candidacy on the first day of filing for the May 2013 elections. Candidates will have until the Friday, … Continue reading »
[From the web] How the Cybercrime Law criminalizes ‘Likes’ and tweets – InterAksyon.com
ANALYSIS | How the Cybercrime Law criminalizes ‘Likes’ and tweets By Atty. Mel Sta. Maria, News5 September 28, 2012 Atty. Sta. Maria teaches at the Ateneo School of Law, and is the resident legal analyst of News5. Last May, Interaksyon.com posted news about how a judge in the United States had ruled that “Liking” something … Continue reading »