Patricia Mukhim

Patricia Mukhim is an Indian social activist, writer, journalist and the editor of Shillong Times, known for her social activism. A recipient of honours such as Chameli Devi Jain award, ONE India award, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry FLO award, Upendra Nath Brahma Soldier of Humanity award, Siva Prasad Barooah National award and North East Excellence award, she was honored by the Government of India, in 2000, with the fourth highest Indian civilian award of Padma Shri.

Biography Patricia Mukhim was born in Shillong, Meghalaya. She had a difficult childhood as her parents divorced when she was young and was brought up by her single mother. She was educated in Shillong, and obtained graduate degrees in Arts (BA) and education (BEd). She also contributes articles to other publications such as The Statesman, Eastern Panorama and The North East Times.

Patricia Mukhim is the founder of Shillong, We Care a non-governmental organisation which was involved in the fight against militancy in Meghalaya. She has contributed a chapter to book on matriarchy by Heide Göttner-Abendroth and is working on a book, When Hens Crow.