The Commission on Human Rights is an independent National Human Rights Institution created under the 1987 Philippine Constitution, established on 05 May 1987 by virtue of Executive Order No 163.

The Commission is mandated to conduct investigations on human rights violations against marginalized and vulnerable sectors of society, involving civil and political rights.

The Commission commits to delivering prompt, responsive, accessible, and excellent public service for the protection and promotion of human rights in accordance with universal human rights principles and standards.