Ouyporn Khuankaew

About the Author

Ouyporn Khuankaew is a pioneering Thai Buddhist feminist scholar, activist, and author whose work bridges Eastern spiritual traditions with contemporary social justice movements. Born in Thailand and now based in the United States, she has dedicated her career to challenging patriarchal interpretations of Buddhism and advocating for gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and ecological justice within dharma practice. As a co-founder of the International Network of Engaged Buddhists and a key figure in feminist Buddhist discourse, Khuankaew's writings empower marginalized voices by reimagining karma not as fatalistic retribution but as a call to ethical action against oppression. Her influential book, Rethinking Karma: The Dharma of Social Justice, exemplifies this approach, offering profound insights for readers seeking to align spiritual wisdom with real-world activism. Through her teachings and publications, she continues to inspire global communities to cultivate compassion and equity.