Delivered during MAG-BEM-CHR-AMHOP Media Launching August 6, 2011 from 9 am to 12 nn Citrine-Emerald Rooms, Diamond Hotel by Hon. Jose Midas P. Marquez Court Administrator Chief, Public Information Office A pleasant morning to everyone. Last December 2008, I spoke before your organization on the importance of medical documentation in relation to the case of the Manalo brothers, which is the first decision of the Supreme Court on the application
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Press releaseAugust 6, 2011 The medical professionals are in essence a key to prevent impunity. They are often among the first persons to come into contact with victims of torture and other human rights violations. The medical documentation and medico-legal reports (MLR) they write are important facts that can be used as pieces of evidence in legal or administrative proceeding for prosecuting human rights violations cases and facilitating redress and
Press release June 26, 2011 Medical doctors can help to stop torture This June 26, the Medical Action Group (MAG) and its members composed of medical doctors and health professionals are one with the world in commemoration of the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. “Even though torture is a crime, torture persists as deep-rooted practice in the country. And majority of the perpetrators go unpunished and most
With support from the British Embassy Manila, non-governmental organisation Medical Action Group will implement a project to improve the prosecution of human rights cases in the Philippines. The Philippine Government has expressed its dedication to stamping out human rights violations in the country, making human rights protection and justice a priority objective. Furthermore, the passage of the Anti-Torture Act has resulted in more active documentation of incidents of torture. However, the
VACANT POSITION REQUIREMENTS RESPONSIBILITIES APPLICATION PROCESS Psychologist Essential qualifications: 1. Bachelor’s degree in Psychology 2. Excellent interpersonal skills 3. Excellent communications skills both oral and written 4. Has the capacity to deal with various kind of people 5. Has the ability to do multi-tasking 6. Basic research knowledge and skills in writing 7. Willing to travel Preferable qualifications: 1. Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed 2.
From International Rehabilitation Center for Torture Victims (IRCT) Happy Anniversary! MAG is one of the most active organisations advocating for the right to health of torture survivors that I have worked with in the region. From the day I knew MAG, there have been relentless efforts engaging with different stakeholders especially health related bodies and institutions to promote proper documentation of torture and to strengthen various guidelines and the IRR of
Press Release August 18, 2010 The Medical Action Group, Inc. (MAG) condemns the inhuman act and degrading punishment recently conducted by a person in authority allegedly a police chief in Manila. This merciless act is just an example on how our government allows torture as a systematic policy in interrogation and punishment. The alleged torture victim was accused of robbery. According to ABS-CBN News, a video was captured by a
June 25 – 2010 – The Medical Action Group, Inc. (MAG), together with various human rights groups and activists ran as one and condemn torture. MAG, as one of the steering committee members of the United against Torture Coalition Philippines (UATC), worked with Amnesty International Philippines, the current UATC secretariat in organizing this annual event – Basta! Run Against Torture (BRAT). The aforementioned gathering celebrated its 4th year of
At the height of the Marcos Dictatorship, a group of doctors and concerned individuals saw the need for the health sector to collectively respond and speak against the grave human rights violations perpetuated by the regime. Thus, in April 16, 1982, the Medical Action Group was born. As a non-stock, non-profit organization of physicians, nurses, dentists, psychologists, health students, and health workers, MAG promotes and defends the human rights of
At the height of the Marcos Dictatorship, a group of doctors and concerned individuals saw the need for the health sector to collectively respond and speak against the grave human rights violations perpetuated by the regime. Thus, in April 16, 1982, the Medical Action Group was born. As a non-stock, non-profit organization of physicians, nurses, dentists, psychologists, health students, and health workkers, MAG promotes and defends the human rights of