Manoj Bhatt Email & Phone Number

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, In

Tri-Impact Global is a non-profit organization committed to safeguarding the welfare of workers, weavers, and micro-entrepreneurs involved in the textile industry, with an emphasis on heritage textiles.In the intricate web of global supply chains of heritage textiles, there is a profound duty to uplift the foundation—artisans, workers, and their children—who contribute tirelessly to the often-underappreciated beauty. Since 2022, Tri-Impact Global has been a beacon of change, dedicated to enhancing the well-being of workers and weavers in Northern India's heritage textiles sectors.Heritage textiles, exemplified by the Banarasi Sarees of India, embody our tripartite approach – prioritizing people, the planet, and prosperity. They stand as prime examples of sustainable fashion. These textiles sustain millions of livelihoods, use natural and recyclable fibers, minimize reliance on fossil fuels, and produce minimal waste.Our conviction lies in raising awareness about the cultural value of authentic heritage textiles and their role as exemplars of sustainable fashion. Through garnering support from conscious consumers, businesses, and government policies, we strive to enhance the micro-businesses and working conditions of artisans and workers. Such support plays a pivotal role in preserving traditional craftsmanship, revitalizing heritage designs, fostering education among children, and advancing ethical practices.We firmly believe that the intricate processes involved in reviving and promoting authentic heritage textiles, as well as enhancing the well-being of artisans, necessitate collaborative efforts from diverse stakeholders. In our pursuit of meaningful collaborations, we have successfully engaged banks, hospitals, NGOs, businesses, government departments, and conscious consumers. Our inclusive approach extends to universities, corporations, and vocational training institutes, fostering a collective commitment to sustainable and ethical practices.

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, In

As the founding managing trustee and CEO of GoodWeave India Trust (now Tri-Impact Global since 2022), established in 2012, my leadership focused on advancing working conditions, environmental sustainability, and education within global handmade heritage carpet supply chains.I introduced a holistic model to address challenges in decentralized supply chains, engaging global brands, suppliers, and subcontractors to document and disclose all tiers. This effort documented the production universe of suppliers and thousands of subcontracting units in India's carpet sector, reducing child and forced labor.Approximately 100,000 adult workers and 5,000 subcontracting units became part of transparent supply chains, receiving protection from exploitative practices. Our organization facilitated their access to health services, financial literacy, banking, and social security.I established a community-based and youth-led ecosystem in 55 marginalized worker communities, aiding over 45,000 children annually to break free from illiteracy, poverty, and child labor.The organization promoted literacy among female workers, enabling them to maintain wage records. Adolescent girls formed self-help groups, acquiring life skills and supporting education.During the COVID-19 crisis, our ecosystem provided awareness, relief efforts, and educational support for children. The organization's impact extends beyond immediate challenges, fostering lasting change in supply chains and empowering communities.

Ashoka Fellows are the world's leading social entrepreneurs. They champion innovative new ideas to transform society's systems, providing benefits for everyone, and improving the lives of millions of people and the planet.

Country Director India, GoodWeave Certification Pvt LimitedPromotion of supply chain sustainability at the base of global supply chains, strategic partnership with international companies, innovative and large-scale community-based development, social compliances and certification to improve working conditions for workers, conducting due diligence for human rights, and environmental commitment of the businesses.

Manoj Bhatt was a Fellow of the Ashoka and C&A Foundation partnered Fabric of Change program designed to support innovators for a fair and sustainable apparel industry by unlocking the unique power and potential of social entrepreneurs and their solutions to advance the shared vision: transforming the apparel industry as a force for good. Mr. Bhatt was also selected for Ashoka's Globalizer program that taps into a broad network of changemakers across the business, government, and citizen sectors. It helps Ashoka Fellows reflect on key issues and establish a solid strategy to spread the impact.

RACHNA Society was initiated by Mr Manoj Bhatt in 1998 as a program of Shri Bhuvneshwari Mahila Ashram (SBMA) which was one of the largest grassroots organizations in the Indian Himalayan region in the 1990s. RACHNA's programs were supported by Plan International, Canadian International Development Agency, MacArthur Foundation, United Nations Development Program and Government of India. RACHNA's Panchayat initiative based on SEED -SCALE approach of Future Generations- a USA based international organization was visited by representatives from Arunachal, Himachal, Jharkhand, Rajasthan and NGO leaders from countries like Afghanistan and Nepal to learn local governance practices. RACHNA organized an International Conference on mountain children and implemented a youth-focused urban governance development program with support from SBMA and the Canadian International Development Agency. RACHNA program evolved itself as an entrepreneurial independent civil society organization in mid-2004 and promoted innovative eco-tourism through a network of entrepreneurs, NGOs and Government projects. It included promoting community-based forestry for regeneration of natural forests, promotion of 'Green Dhaba' for deterrence of child labour and advancing sustainable practices in local tourism services and conducting learning journeys for international students in the Himalayas.

New York, New York , Us

Fellowship (Social Justice Leadership)

SBMA is one of the largest nonprofit grassroots organizations of northern India. Manoj Bhatt joined the organisation to change it from a smaller initiative to a large scale new generation grassroots organisation serving hundreds of thousands of children attend school and their families conserve local ecosystems in the Himalayan region and build better livelihoods.

Provided guidance, support, and training to graduate students from SC/ST communities to prepare for Indian civil services exams and managed the training center as chief coordinator.

Master Of International Affairs, Public Policy

Asset-Based And Citizen Driven Development, Certificate Course

Seed-Scale, Sustainability Studies

Fellowship, Program Design For Social Change

Master Of Arts - Ma, Political Science