4 people with autism were discussing and exchanging “Do People with Autism Have Rights?”

Mr. Chayoot Homdee, Community Development Officer from APCD shared his own perspective on “Why People with autism in employment is more challenges than other type of disabilities.”

Mr. Authapol Srichitsanuwaranon, organizer from Phutthamonthon Independent Living (PIL) expressed his appreciation to the participatory speakers at discussion.

A group photo was taken with delegates from TIKA, TICA, and APCD at the 60+ Plus Bakery & Café.

Mr. Piroon Laismit, APCD Executive Director, led the delegation to explore the APCD 60+ Plus Bakery & Café project.

Visitors observed the training program of the Skills Development for Thai Persons with Disabilities Towards Employment Project for the year 2024.

Mr. Piroon expressed his appreciation for the visiting of TIKA, facilitated by TICA. The input from Mr. Piroon regarding the potential collaboration could be a valuable asset in this region towards disability inclusion in moving forward with TIKA, TICA, and APCD.

Mr. Mehment Aik YETIS, represented TIKA discussed to explore future collaboration with TIKA, TICA, and APCD.

Group photo of the special lecturer, Teacher Kevin Cook, the TU students and Mr. Watcharapol Chuengcharoen, Chief of Networking and Collaboration, APCD.

At the lecture room, Mr. Watcharapol Chuengcharoen, APCD Chief of Networking & Collaboration, shared insights about where disability is, how to work with them and showed a case study of the 60+Plus program in perspective of Disability Inclusive Business (DIB)

In shooting show, Ms. Supaanong (NuNu) Panyasirimongkol, APCD Networking & Collaboration Officer, share a story of promoting understanding, disability inclusion, and positive change by being interviewed by the show's host.

In “Oh I see”, Online Program shooting, there were guests who are children are eager to learn disability inclusion from Ms. NuNu. They were invited to be in questioning, lively discussion and understanding the Disability Stigma in Diversity Equity and Inclusion perspective.

Course Title: Disability ＆ Development: Toward an Inclusive Development:

Ms. Hiroko Itako, a Japanese Overseas Cooperation Volunteer (JOCV) of APCD, shared her experiences in Thailand on the session called “Disaster Risk Reduction Workshop for all -Beyond the language and culture barrier”.

Ms. Hiroko gave an insightful presentation on “Disaster Risk Reduction in Japan and world -From the Experience of Promoting Disability inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DiDRR) in ASEAN Countries”.

A group photo was taken with a group of welfare corporation from Saitama prefecture in Japan, the representative of International Personnel Management (IPM) and APCD staff.

Mr. Piroon Laismit, APCD Executive Director, expressed his gratitude of visitation.

Dr. Kenji KUNO, a JICA Advisor on Disability & Development at APCD, explained the overview of APCD’s mission, activities and achievement.

Mr. Akira KANBE, Social Welfare Corporation Yugen-kai, Ltd., the representative of the group, exchanging experience of social welfare field in Japan and Thailand.

A group photo was taken with a group of delegates from NIDIR, MOFA, and APCD staff.

Mr. Piroon Laismit, APCD Executive Director, gave a welcome remark and provided an overview of the organization.

H.E. Mr. Cheuy Vichet, NIDIR President and Mr. Piroon Laismit shared the commitment of both parties to collaborative efforts in addressing common challenges and advancing inclusive development agendas regionally.

Ms. Supaanong Panyasirimongkol, Networking and Collaboration Officer, led the tour of the Skill Development Training for Thai Persons with Disabilities.

Group photo of the Guest Lecture, Teacher Kevin Cook and the TU students. Mr. Somchai Rungsilp, Community Development Manager at APCD, highlighted the significance and program management of the Civil Society Organizations at Thammasat University.

During the closing ceremony, group photos were taken to capture the spirit of collaboration and inclusivity among the participants.

Participants engaged in field trip’s discussion at BTS Sanam Pao Station about creating inclusive urban spaces. Strategies for accessible public transportation, infrastructure, and stakeholders’ engagement take center stage.

Diverse leaders from various backgrounds who live with physical disabilities came together to learn, share insights, and develop action plans. Their commitment to fostering inclusive cities.

Diverse leaders from various backgrounds who live with physical disabilities came together to learn, share insights, and develop action plans. Their commitment to fostering inclusive cities.