05/06/2026
๐คฉ Salinlahi Alliance for Children's Concerns celebrates Amnesty International's recognition of the valuable contributions of Cong. Sarah Elago for Most Outstanding Human Rights Defender. Cong. Elago has tirelessly proven her dedication to protecting and uplifting women, children, the LGBTQ community and the most marginalized people in the Philippines through her dedication in moving legislation that speaks volumes to our rights and protection. Her vital role inside the halls of Congress of a government that regularly falls short on meeting the standards necessary for Filipino children to thrive and live to their fullest potential. Congratulations Cong. Sarah Elago!
๐ฅณ Salinlahi also applauds the awarding of Most Outstanding Human Rights Organization to Karapatan Alliance Philippines ๐๐ฝ, Outstanding Young Human Rights Defender Kim Falyao ๐๐ฝ, and lastly Art That Matters Award for Visual Arts to Brian Barrios ๐๐ฝ.
We are grateful to be in community with such dedicated human rights defenders!
Today, as Amnesty International marks its 65th anniversary, we also celebrate the courage and commitment of individuals and organizations who continue to defend human rights in the Philippines. โ๐ฝ
The for Human Rights was born not only to recognize their bravery, but also as a pushback against the persistent demonization, harassment, and silencing of human rights defenders. At a time when standing for peopleโs rights is often met with attacks and disinformation, Ignite Awards affirms that defending human rights is never a crime, but it is an act of courage, solidarity, and hope.
Congratulations to the winners of the Ignite Awards for Human Rights Season 4:
๐ Most Outstanding Human Rights Defender โ Individual
Cong. Sarah Elago
๐ Most Outstanding Human Rights Defender โ Organization
Karapatan Alliance Philippines
๐ Outstanding Young Human Rights Defender
Kim Falyao
๐จ Art That Matters Award for Visual Arts
Brian Barrios
Your work continues to ignite movements, empower communities, and inspire people to stand for dignity, justice, and freedom.
Hereโs to continuing the fight for human rights for all. ๐ฏ๏ธ
Read the full PR: www.amnesty.org.ph/2026/05/amnesty-names-ignite-awards-for-human-rights-season-4-winners/