Maneesh Pradhan is REACT Guest Editor of the mini-series "Voices of Resilience: Struggles and Triumphs of Women Human Rights Defenders in Southeast Asia". He is a passionate advocate for social and ecological justice, with over 20 years of experience in international development and human rights. A firm believer in the power of collective actions, he has an extensive background in collaborating with human rights defenders and building alliances with social movements across Asia. His track record includes strategic planning, rights-based advocacy, campaigning and organizational development. As a pragmatic critical thinker who champions the praxis approach, Maneesh currently serves as the Asia Regional Coordination Lead at ActionAid International, based in Nepal. In his free time, he enjoys music, poetry, and sharing reflections on life through his blog.