ABOUT
Kiki Kuhakan (Kwang Jiraporn Kuhakan) is a multi-award-winning journalist and filmmaker with a decade of experience working for major news outlets like Reuters and BBC. Currently pursuing her MFA in Film and Television Production at the University of Southern California, she brings her rich background in documentary and journalism to her filmmaking projects. Born and raised along the Thailand-Myanmar border, Kiki takes pride in her Thai and Burmese heritage, which deeply influences her storytelling. Her work often focuses on social justice, amplifying underrepresented voices and shedding light on global human rights issues.
Throughout her career, Kiki has covered some of the world’s most significant events, from the Russia-Ukraine war to the Rohingya refugee crisis. Her documentary work has earned her multiple accolades, including the 2024 People Award for her journalism during the Russia-Ukraine war and two Amnesty International Awards—one for exposing the abuse of Thai workers in Israel and another for her coverage of the extrajudicial killing of an ethnic Lahu youth activist, Chaiyaphum Pasae. She continues to push boundaries by combining traditional documentary storytelling with new technologies, such as virtual production, in her current projects.
As a filmmaker, Kiki draws on her journalism experience to create compelling stories rooted in real-world issues. She is passionate about using her platform to create films that not only entertain but also inspire social change. Expected to graduate in 2026, Kiki is poised to make a lasting impact in both the worlds of journalism and film.
