Extreme stigma experienced by those who are openly gay drive many in the Philippines to maintain double life by engaging in covert behavior.
Philippines articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for better democracy in the Philippines. The Philippines is a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, "2010 marked a significant improvement over previous polls that were marred by fraud, intimidation and violence". Also check out our section on World Democracy.
For Philippine Women, Cebu City is Rising
As part of a global campaign to end violence against women, One Billion Rising is taking the world by storm, calling women to rise, strike and dance.
Immigrant Workers in Jordan Dictatorship Face Abuse, Rape
Life continues to grind immigrant workers in Jordan into ground like many Arab dictatorships: Abuse of Jordan foreign workers is widespread modern slavery
President Launches Philippine Anti-Poverty Program
Philippine poverty remains despite progress in turning Philippines into economic power
Outsourcing Explosion Having Deep Impact in Philippines
Despite the outsourcing explosion, there hasn’t been a significant reduction in poverty for last decade, with 26% still living below Philippine poverty line
Esperanza International: A Closer Look at Development
Esperanza International sets a great example of social awareness and development leadership
Philippines Sign Peace Deal Ending Decades Old Conflict
Muslim Rebels and Philippines Sign Peace Deal Creating New Province as Country Takes Cautious Tone
Peace Plan Adopted in Phillipines
Huge sigh of relief for local victims of war as Peace Plan Adopted in Phillipines