Manushya Foundation

Manushya Foundation is an Asia-regional intersectional feminist non-governmental organization established in 2017 by Emilie Palamy Pradichit. Based in Thailand, its vision is to promote community empowerment and advance human rights, social justice, equality, and peace across Asia. The organization focuses on empowering marginalized groups, including women human rights defenders, indigenous peoples, and LGBTIQ+ individuals, to lead decision-making processes that affect their lives. Manushya engages in various activities to support its mission. It builds coalitions, such as the Thai Business & Human Rights Network, to hold governments and corporations accountable. The foundation also provides capacity-building training in human rights monitoring and advocacy. Additionally, it conducts community-led research and campaigns, amplifying local voices in policy discussions. Manushya prioritizes themes like women's rights, democracy, corporate accountability, climate justice, and access to justice, aiming to create inclusive societies that leave no one behind.