APCD in collaboration with DEP and ESCAP organized the CRPD Monitoring Tools Press Conference on 29th October 2024 at Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), Bangkok.

The group photo capturing the collaborative success of the Press Conference, included organizers ESCAP, and Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), DEP, APCD and speakers, participants from stakeholders organizations.

The group photo captured the collaborative success of the Press Conference, including organizers ESCAP, and Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), DEP, APCD, and speakers, and participants from stakeholder organizations.

 

Keynote address by H.E. Mr. Varawut Silpa-archa, Minister of Social Development and Human Security, delivered an inspiring speech on “CRPD: Enhancing Opportunities and Creating Value for Persons with Disabilities in Thailand.” His passionate address highlighted Thailand’s commitment to inclusive development and pointed out the importance of social protecting the rights of persons with disabilities, while sign language interpreter facilitated throughout the program.

Keynote address by H.E. Mr. Varawut Silpa-archa, Minister of Social Development and Human Security, delivered an inspiring speech on “CRPD: Enhancing Opportunities and Creating Value for Persons with Disabilities in Thailand.” His passionate address highlighted Thailand’s commitment to inclusive development and pointed out the importance of socially protecting the rights of persons with disabilities. At the same time, a sign language interpreter was facilitated throughout the program.

 

Over a hundred attendees from diverse backgrounds – A view of the conference room filled with participants and invited stakeholders, including representatives from government, civil society, disability organizations, and UN bodies. The large gathering demonstrated the collaborative spirit toward advancing disability rights in Thailand.

Over a hundred attendees from diverse backgrounds – A view of the conference room filled with participants and invited stakeholders, including representatives from government, civil society, disability organizations, and UN bodies. The large gathering demonstrated the collaborative spirit toward advancing disability rights in Thailand.

Over a hundred attendees from diverse backgrounds – A view of the conference room filled with participants and invited stakeholders, including representatives from government, civil society, disability organizations, and UN bodies. The large gathering demonstrated the collaborative spirit toward advancing disability rights in Thailand.

 

Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director, APCD, on a panel discussion together with panelists from government, disability organizations, and international bodies engaged in a lively discussion on advancing CRPD goals in Thailand.

Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director, APCD, on a panel discussion together with panelists from government, disability organizations, and international bodies engaged in a lively discussion on advancing CRPD goals in Thailand.

 

Minister Varawut Silpa-archa viewed stakeholder booths, including the APCD exhibition during the conference. The APCD booth showcased Thailand’s commitment to advancing international disability initiatives.

Minister Varawut Silpa-archa viewed stakeholder booths, including the APCD exhibition during the conference. The APCD booth showcased Thailand’s commitment to advancing international disability initiatives.

 

The Press Conference’s participants are interest and support APCD’s booths.

The Press Conference’s participants are interested in and support APCD’s booths.

 

The APCD booths are included APCD 60+ café and APCD publications and information.

The APCD booths are included APCD 60+ café and APCD publications and information.

The APCD booths are included APCD 60+ café and APCD publications and information.

The APCD booths include APCD 60+ café and APCD publications and information.

 

Participants registered at the registration area, with active attendees checking in and receiving materials for the event. The space welcomed, with clear signs and accessible paths, highlighting the inclusive atmosphere of the conference.

Participants registered at the registration area, with active attendees checking in and receiving materials for the event. The space is welcomed, with clear signs and accessible paths, highlighting the conference's inclusive atmosphere.

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APCD Staff joined National Forum on General Assembly of the National Network of Persons with Disabilities of Thailand 2025 organized by Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEP) on 25 October 2024, Bangkok.

Group photo of organizer, speakers and participants at the opening ceremony.

Group photo of organizer, speakers and participants at the opening ceremony.

Group photo of organizer, speakers, and participants at the opening ceremony.

 

Presentation of Service Center People with Disabilities in Thailand.

Presentation of Service Center People with Disabilities in Thailand.

 

Participants discussed and learned the update of related statistic.

Participants discussed and learned the update of related statistics.

 

Mr. Chayoot Homdee, Community Development Officer, APCD (in the middle), actively participated the meeting and took a photo with Mr. Chusak Chantayanont, (right hand side) and Mr. Pramote Thammasaroj (Left hand side).

Mr. Chayoot Homdee, Community Development Officer, APCD (in the middle), actively participated in the meeting and took a photo with Mr. Chusak Chantayanont, (right-hand side) and Mr. Pramote Thammasaroj (Left hand side).

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