Rainbow Rights Philippines

15/04/2026

25/03/2026

NOT A GOOD IMPERSONATOR OF JESUS. HINDI NAKUHA ANG TALINO AT KABUTIHAN.

In any case, these men profit from acting gay or trans but cannot even say a word in support of equal rights? Wow, walang utang na loob?

And if you really believe in equality, you will never allow the community to be the butt of jokes. Lalo na’t alam mo ang paghihirap ng mga bakla sa totoong buhay.

21/03/2026

This Women’s Month, Rainbow Rights Philippines’ Director of Research and Policy Development, Ivan Jim Layugan, participated in critical dialogues on equity, justice, and the future of anti-violence advocacy in the Philippines and Southeast Asia.

On March 9, he delivered the keynote address at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) for the launch of their MOOC on School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV) at the UPOU Headquarters and via Zoom. He also joined the “Youth Agency, Rights, and Political Change” panel at the 2026 International Conference on Human Rights: Youth in Asia at the University of Tokyo, Komaba Campus.

RRights remains dedicated to transforming research into a safer, more inclusive world for all. ✊💜

05/03/2026

We are proud to announce that our very own Director for Research and Policy Development, Ivan Jim S. Layugan, will be a resource speaker for the upcoming MOOC Launch and Webinar on School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV)! 🏳️‍🌈✨

Collaborating with the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), Ivan will dive into "Mapping School-Related Gender-Based Violence: Foundations, Frameworks, and Findings" to help create safer and more gender-responsive learning environments for everyone. 🏫🛡️ Don't miss this crucial conversation on March 9, 2026, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, either at the UPOU Headquarters Audio Visual Room or via Zoom. Let’s work together to ensure our schools are spaces where everyone can thrive! 🤝💡

📣 MOOC Launch and Webinar on School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV)

The Faculty of Education (FEd) and the Office of Gender Concerns (OGC) will hold the official launch of the MOOC on SRGBV and webinar titled “Mapping School-Related Gender-Based Violence: Foundations, Frameworks, and Findings,” on 09 March 2026, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, at the Audio Visual Room (AVR), UPOU Headquarters and via Zoom.

Serving as resource speaker is Mr. Ivan Jim S. Layugan, Director for Research and Policy Development at Rainbow Rights Philippines, who will share insights on the foundations, key frameworks, and research findings that help map and address school-related gender-based violence.

Join us as we deepen the conversation on creating safer, more inclusive, and gender-responsive learning environments for all.

See you there!

02/03/2026

We were interviewed by the Find Your Cause podcast about the LGBTQIA+ legal advocacy in the Philippines.

We did not talk about Alvin Aragon, though. 🤣 (Di nila kilala.) Link to the episode here:

Is the Philippines actually "Gay Friendly," or is that just a myth?In this episode, Eljay Bernardo, Executive Director of Rainbow Rights Philippines, reveals...

12/02/2026

A DECISION HEARD AROUND THE WORLD

News outfits around the world covered the promulgation of Josef v. Ursua where the Supreme Court affirmed the cohabitation and property rights of LGBTQ+ couples.

𝑪𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒍 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝑬𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒏𝒆𝒙𝒕!!! ✊🏳️‍🌈🥺

Vietnam - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16HsU7paNg/?mibextid=wwXIfr

South Korea - https://n.news.naver.com/mnews/article/032/0003427347?sid=104

UK - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70nwz7z7r1o

Macau - https://macaonews.org/news/around-the-world/philippines-property-lgbt-same-sex-couples-supreme-court/

USA - https://www.washingtonblade.com/2026/02/10/philippines-supreme-court-rules-same-sex-couples-can-co-own-property/

10/02/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: New SC Decision on LGBTQIA+ Property Rights

The Supreme Court has issued a ruling in Josef v. Ursua (G.R. 267469, Feb. 5, 2026), addressing the property relations of cohabiting same-sex couples.

Rainbow Rights Philippines acknowledges the decision, which applies Article 148 of the Family Code to LGBTQIA+ unions. While the ruling is a nod toward inclusivity, we highlight a major concern: Article 148 is reserved for "void" unions and requires strict proof of "actual contribution" to claim shared property.

We welcome the progress but we raise the question of the inferior protection provided by the classification. We continue our call on the government to uphold equality and recognize that our love is valid.

15/01/2026

27/12/2025

Sa kanyang acceptance speech, binanggit muli ni Vice Ganda ang kanyang linya sa pelikulang 'Call Me Mother': "kaming mga bakla, maaring hindi kami magdalantao, mabuntis at manganak, pero nanay kami."

Hindi lang kami sumasang-ayon sa linyang sinambit niya. Kitang-kita namin ito sa mga kliyenteng tinutulungan namin at sa komunidad naming ginagalawan.

Panahon na para sumabay ang batas sa realidad na pwedeng maging nanay (o tatay) ang mga miyembro ng aming komunidad.

Panahon na upang magkaroon ng pantay na pagtingin sa mga miyembro ng aming komunidad sa usapin ng pag-aampon at iba pa.

23/12/2025

Andaming mga hater na bumubula ang bibig sa "The Subway" reel dito sa Facebook. Hahahaha! Thanks, Harong Queens! 👸🌈🚇🦄