💪Taking a powerful stand against human rights abuse in the Philippines.
🔥Addressing the inappropriate invitation of President Marcos to speak in Parliament.
🌍Drawing on international civil society investigations into human rights in the Philippines.
❌Condemning the extrajudicial killings and harassment of individuals in the Philippines.
✅Highlighting the importance of human rights and the responsibility of the Parliament to address abuses.
Why was the invitation extended to President Marcos seen as appalling?
—President Marcos has a history of human rights abuse, making it inappropriate for him to address Parliament.
What was the motivation behind taking the deliberate action in Parliament?
—The action was taken on behalf of every Filipino person who has suffered human rights abuse by the government.
Were discussions held with any Filipino organizations before taking this action?
—Yes, discussions and correspondence were conducted with Filipino human rights organizations in Australia.
What is the significance of addressing human rights in the Philippines?
—It is important to condemn the extrajudicial killings and harassment that occur, highlighting the need for justice.
What role did international civil society investigations play in this action?
—The previous involvement in civil society investigations provided firsthand knowledge of the human rights situation in the Philippines.
00:01Deliberate and powerful action was taken in the House today.
00:12President Marcos' invitation to speak in Parliament was seen as appalling due to his human rights abuse history.
01:08The action was taken after discussions and correspondence with Filipino human rights organizations in Australia.
01:32Extrajudicial killings and harassment of individuals were condemned.
01:47Addressing Parliament is a privilege, and it is important to hold accountable those involved in human rights abuse.
