Local human rights group Karapatan have documented 94 individuals killed by paramilitary troops since July 2010 to June 30, 2016.
A policy center advocating migrant workers' rights said they were able to assist almost 200 skilled workers, most of whom are from Davao City, who were victimized by illegal recruiters.
THE PINK BLOTTER of the Women and Children Desk that should exist in every police station tells not only the story of children in conflict with the law, but also of the women, lesbians, and bisexuals linked to alleged violations of the law.
Grace Mahinay, an activist during the Martial Law said: “The arresting Sergeant was even proud that I was the first woman they tortured.”
Filipino professor Vicente Rafael of the University of Washington said the war on drugs of the administration has created new openings and business opportunities for vigilantes and paid killers.