From the heart of Reading, England, Manu Dhaumya has emerged as a compassionate changemaker and staunch community advocate, earning him a well-deserved nomination for Humanitarian of the Year at the Influencer Magazine Awards 2025.

Manu is the founder of United Against Bullies, an anti-bullying initiative that stands as a lifeline for children facing harassment and emotional trauma in schools. Manu has dedicated himself to organizing charity sports tournaments that bring communities together and provide at-risk children with support, advocacy, and safe spaces. Their mission is simple yet powerful: to be a voice for the voiceless and offer real solutions, whether that’s engaging school authorities or connecting families with counseling resources.

Manu’s drive stems from empathy. “If I see anyone being bullied or hear a sad story about a child, it brings tears to my eyes,” he shares. That deep emotional connection fuels his work and has led to widespread community impact.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Manu went further, delivering food and supplies to frontline workers and visiting hospitals to assist wherever possible. His selfless service earned him multiple civic recognitions, including the Reading Inspiration Award, The Mayor’s Award, Wokingham Council Awards, and nominations at the Pride of Reading Awards. He also supports grassroots sports, sponsoring Shinfield Cricket Club and the Girls U8s football team at Shinfield Rangers FC, promoting inclusivity and youth development.

For Manu, giving back isn’t just a mission, it’s a way of life. “My dad used to tell me there’s no better feeling than giving, so I’m just following that rule,” he says. It’s a principle that has guided his every action and brought hope to countless families.

Through platforms like Instagram and Facebook, Manu actively promotes awareness campaigns and fundraisers, building a digital community rooted in kindness and action. And despite his accolades, he remains focused on the impact: “The best feeling in the world is giving. If you do good, you will see it in this lifetime.”

With unwavering dedication, Manu Dhaumya continues to transform tragedy into hope and silence into strength. His nomination celebrates a man who proves every day that humanity, compassion, and courage still have the power to change the world.