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Southeast Asia

Across Southeast Asia, authoritarian regimes and military leaders have cracked down on civic space and criminalized activism. But grassroots movements continue to bravely pursue justice, accountability, and equal rights for marginalized or at-risk communities.

The Fund for Global Human Rights supports local activists and organizers who are challenging government impunity, defending land and environmental rights, providing vital services such as legal aid and emergency assistance, and standing strong in the face of state violence and structural inequality.

Across Southeast Asia, authoritarian regimes and military leaders have cracked down on civic space and criminalized activism. But grassroots movements continue to bravely pursue justice, accountability, and equal rights for marginalized or at-risk communities.

The Fund for Global Human Rights supports local activists and organizers who are challenging government impunity, defending land and environmental rights, providing vital services such as legal aid and emergency assistance, and standing strong in the face of state violence and structural inequality.

Where We Work

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Myanmar

Military rule and armed conflict have displaced over a million people—mostly ethnic minorities—and devastated civil society infrastructure in Myanmar. We support grassroots activists who deliver critical care and services to their communities, document human rights violations, build solidarity, and continue to organize while laying the groundwork for peace, justice, and accountability.

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The Philippines

Authoritarian populism, political violence, and entrenched corruption have undermined a proud tradition of human rights in the Philippines, as social and economic conditions have deteriorated. We support more than 20 organizations with bold visions for economic, political, and social equality.

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Thailand

Deep political polarization and repression of dissent persist in Thailand. We invest in community activists who, despite the challenges, defend fundamental freedoms, resist land grabs, and advance economic, environmental, and political justice for marginalized people.

A group of student LGBTQ+ rights activists in the Philippines standing on a mural about the SOGIE Equality Bill.

Campaigning for LGBTQ+ Rights in the Philippines

LGBTQ+ rights are under attack across the world. But in the Philippines, activists are fighting for a new law that could change the lives of millions. Watch our short film, More Equal, More Happy: The Road to LGBTQ+ Rights in the Philippines, and meet the courageous and vibrant LGBTQ+ activists who are countering divisive bigotry with a campaign of hope and equality.

Watch the film

The Fund for Global Human Rights currently invests in and supports more than 500 organizations and grassroots groups around the world. Together, we’re building a diverse global movement to advance: