Chanrithy Him
Chanrithy Him is a Cambodian-American author, human rights activist, and survivor of the Khmer Rouge genocide.
Born in Takeo Province, she now resides in Portland, Oregon.
Her memoir has received international acclaim and comparisons to works by Nobel laureates.
Him has been featured alongside prominent figures like Archbishop Desmond Tutu and has spoken at various international venues.
She has been recognized for giving voice to genocide survivors and has been featured on major media outlets worldwide.
In addition to her writing and speaking engagements, Him performs traditional Khmer classical dance for audiences upon request.
