Mani people

Background information

They are located in the south of Thailand and they are a population of hunter-gatherers (the only tribe in Thailand, and one of very few in the world, that practice hunter-gatherer lifestyles today). About 350 Maniq live in the forests of Phatthalung, Satun and Trang. Around 100 are estimated to be living in the southernmost provinces. For their livelihoods they depend entirely on the forest, where they hunt animals with a "balao", a long bamboo stick used to blow poisonous plants at targets.

Forest encroachment is an ongoing issue in the Banthat range, and the Maniq are the group feeling the brunt of it. They are being forced to abandon their traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyles. While tourism authorities promote the Maniq brand, little is done to respect the tribe´s independence and culture.

How you can help

Educate yourself on the issue!

Here are some further resources:

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IWGIA: The Indigenous World 2020⁠

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Thailand - IWGIA - International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs⁠

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