Petcharat “May” Saksirivetkul

CAMPAIGN SUPERVISOR, AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL THAILAND

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Petcharat “May” Saksirivetkul is a Thai human rights advocate serving as a Campaign Supervisor at Amnesty International Thailand. Born in Chiang Mai, she relocated to Sri Lanka at age 16 where witnessing the civil war’s end deeply influenced her commitment to human rights. Upon returning to Thailand, she pursued higher education at Webster University where, as student president, she led initiatives to improve campus infrastructure and student welfare.
In her role at Amnesty International Thailand, Saksirivetkul focuses on promoting youth engagement in human rights advocacy and addressing mental health challenges within activist communities. She collaborates with young volunteers and activists, aiming to create supportive spaces for dialogue and participation. Recognising the pressures faced by human rights defenders, Saksirivetkul advocates for work-life balance and openly discusses mental wellness, drawing from her own experiences with stress and anxiety.

Saksirivetkul’s work also extends to documenting and raising awareness about human rights violations in Thailand. She has highlighted issues such as the use of legal charges to suppress dissent and the broader implications for freedom of expression in the country. Through her efforts she contributes to Amnesty International Thailand’s mission to protect human rights and support those affected by violations.

Her dedication exemplifies the ongoing efforts of human rights defenders in Thailand to promote justice and uphold fundamental freedoms.