The Commission on Human Rights on Wednesday called on the government to improve disaster response in local communities by prioritizing the needs of children.
The CHR urged the Department of Education to adapt educational strategies and strengthen the Alternative Learning System, especially in culturally diverse areas.
In an advisory, the commission raised concerns about the rights of children displaced by disasters such as Typhoon Yolanda, the Marawi Siege, and the Taal Volcano eruption.
“Given the complex and vulnerable conditions of internally displaced children, the CHR emphasizes the urgent need for targeted, sustainable, and institutionalized interventions,” it said.
The agency also recommended investments in trauma recovery programs, child-friendly relocation sites, and inclusive resettlement policies to protect children’s welfare during emergencies.
