Kamonnart “Ong” Ongwandee

ACTIVIST, FASHION REVOLUTION TH

Industry : Lifestyle

Seeing first-hand the excess of unsold clothing and the challenges faced by artisans in rural Thailand led Kamonnart Ongwandee to reflect on the ethical and environmental impact of the fashion industry. Her time studying fashion design at Chulalongkorn University and later textiles at the Royal College of Art in London deepened her awareness of the industry’s tendency toward excess and inequality.

She joined Fashion Revolution, a global movement advocating for a more transparent and equitable fashion industry, and now leads its Thailand chapter. Kamonnart and her team organise film screenings, panel talks, and community-driven initiatives such as clothes swap events that promote conscious consumerism. Her mission is to spark awareness and create space for a new cultural narrative around fashion in Thailand. Kamonnart has also served as a trainer and programme manager for CIRCO’s circular design programme, empowering companies in Thailand to explore sustainable business models and unlock value through circular innovation.