Quezon City, Philippines – The 14th Human Rights Pinduteros Choice Awards celebrated digital activism and online advocacy at a prestigious awarding ceremony held on December 1, 2024, at Cocoon Hotel, Quezon City. The annual event, organized by Human Rights Online Philippines (HRonlinePH), recognized outstanding individuals and organizations that have effectively used digital platforms to promote human rights.

The awards honored winners across various categories, showcasing the power of blogs, campaigns, infographics, and social media in advancing human rights awareness.

Winners of the 14th Human Rights Pinduteros Choice Awards:

Best Blogsite: Mindoro Smorgasbord (nanovio.blogspot.com) by Norman Novio – for insightful and thought-provoking discussions on social justice and human rights.

Best Campaign: Bataan communities affected by oil spill: We demand accountability and compensation by Nuke/Coal-Free Bataan Movement – for raising awareness and mobilizing action to support communities affected by environmental disasters.

Best Event: Forget Me Not by DAKILA, Bantayog ng mga Bayani, and PumaPodcast – a compelling initiative commemorating the struggles and triumphs of human rights defenders.

Best Infographic: [Komiks] Ligtas na panganganak para sa lahat ng katutubong ina by Lilak – for its creative and impactful way of advocating safe childbirth for indigenous mothers.

Best Featured Site: PANTAY.org – for its commitment to providing accessible human rights information and resources.

Best Network’s Post: [Press Release] Warning Out on Weight Loss Products Containing Banned Sibutramine by EcoWaste Coalition – a timely and crucial advocacy against unsafe consumer products.

Best Off-the-Shelf Publication: FULLTIME NANAY: 8 sa 10 kababaihan ay mas gustong maging fulltime nanay na lamang, ayon sa survey by Partido Manggagawa (PM) – highlighting the challenges and choices of Filipino women regarding motherhood and employment.

Best Photo: [Featured Photos] Sportsmen for a lead-safe environment by EcoWaste Coalition – a visual storytelling piece that highlights the role of sports figures in environmental advocacy.

Best Video: Intersectionality of Chemicals, Environment, and Gender Rights, discussed in Women’s Day Webinar by BAN Toxics – for its in-depth discussion of environmental justice and gender equality.

Best Website: activevista.ph by ACTIVE VISTA – for its dedication to human rights education and media literacy.

Best Right-Up: Is there hope in confinement? by Melvin Nuñez – a compelling narrative exploring issues of incarceration and rehabilitation.

GZ Initiatives:

1st Place: The Happy Ripples – for its innovative youth-driven advocacy.

2nd Place: Alyansa Tigil Mina Youth Network – for its relentless campaign against destructive mining practices.

3rd Place: PANTAY.org – for empowering digital human rights advocacy.

Digital Advocacy in the Spotlight

The Human Rights Pinduteros Choice Awards continues to amplify voices in digital human rights advocacy. Through blogs, multimedia, and online campaigns, this year’s winners exemplify the role of digital platforms in shaping a more informed and active citizenry.

As threats to human rights persist, these digital warriors stand resilient, proving that clicks, shares, and online engagement can drive meaningful change. The event also underscored the importance of sustaining online activism in an era where information is both a tool and a battleground.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants of the 14th Human Rights Pinduteros Choice Awards! May their work continue to inspire and mobilize communities towards justice and human rights for all.