The initiative started as part of Bangkok’s vision of becoming a “Livable City for All,” with a commitment to embed human rights in its policies. Since 2022, the BMA has been advancing policies that improve quality of life underpinned by human rights values.

In 2025, FNF Thailand, together with the BMA and NHRCT, organized a training seminar for over 100 city officials focusing on familiarizing them with human rights concepts and how to apply these principles in their roles. The training included lectures on human rights principles, followed by workshops where participants identified human rights issues in Bangkok, as well as the agencies responsible for addressing these challenges. This highlighted the need for multi-sector collaboration to drive progress.

In August 2025, the BMA officially declared its intent to make Bangkok a full “Human Rights City,” reaffirming a commitment to integrate human rights to its policies. The BMA recognizes this initiative requires cooperation from all sections of society, with the focus on development centered on human rights principles.