Endorsement of the authentic and compassionate Sai for the 2026 Muriel James Award

Muriel James Living Principles Award 2026
A Tribute to
Sailaja Manacha

It is a privilege to nominate Sai for the 2026 Muriel James Award, an honor that recognizes outstanding service to the community delivered in an egalitarian and respectful manner. Through her work, Sai has made a significant contribution to advancing the practice of transactional analysis.

I have had the pleasure of knowing Sai for more than 20 years and have witnessed her remarkable growth, development and the profound impact she has had on the lives of countless individuals.

Sai exemplifies integrity and consistently demonstrates equanimity, equality, tolerance and respect for diversity. She brings resilience, determination and exceptional ability to her work, navigating life’s challenges with courage while serving others with generosity and compassion. Importantly, she does so with balance, never compromising her own authenticity or well-being.

Sai’s presence is deeply authentic and transformative. Guided by intellectual and ethical rigor, she has been a powerful agent of sustainable change across individuals, groups and communities. Her contribution reflects both professional excellence and a profound commitment to humanity.

For these reasons, I strongly endorse Sai’s nomination for the Muriel James Award 2026.