Mr. Piroon Laismit and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sakdiphan Tanvimolrat hold up the signed MOU.

Mr. Piroon Laismit signing the MOU to strengthen cooperation in education, disability inclusion, and social engagement with the Faculty of Education, Silpakorn University.

Mr. Piroon Laismit presents a souvenir to  Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sakdiphan Tanvimolrat as a token of gratitude.

Mr. Piroon Laismit introduces the mission and projects of the APCD.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sakdiphan Tanvimolrat guides the APCD delegation around the Faculty of Education, Silpakorn University.

Participants pose for a group with the Ganesha sculpture.

Participants pose for a group while holding up the signed MOU.

APCD and Silpakorn University’s Faculty of Education Signed MOU to Strengthen Collaboration in Inclusive Development and Education

On 20 August 2026, the Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD), led by Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of APCD, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Faculty of Education, Silpakorn University, to strengthen cooperation in education, disability inclusion, and social engagement.

The Faculty of Education was represented by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sakdiphan Tanvimolrat, Associate Dean for Administration; Asst. Prof. Dr. Chinan Boonruangrat, Associate Dean for Research and Academic Services; Dr. Ekachai Phumiraruen, Director of the Demonstration School (Secondary Education) and Acting Deputy Dean for Special Affairs and Social Engagement; Asst. Prof. Dr. Pannaphat Plangsricharoensuk, Head of the Department of Lifelong Education; and Asst. Prof. Dr. Manasanan Namsomboon, Department of Curriculum and Instruction.

The MOU provided a framework for collaboration and knowledge exchange between APCD and the Faculty of Education, covering joint activities, academic cooperation, capacity building, and the promotion of inclusive education and development.

The signing also provided an opportunity for APCD and the Faculty of Education, Silpakorn University, to exchange knowledge and experiences, strengthen cooperation, and explore potential areas for future collaboration toward a more inclusive society.