From left to right, a representative from the Department of Mental Health, Mr. Piroon Laismit, Mr. Kantapong Rangsesawang, a representative from Kasetsart University, Ms. Nuchjaree Klaysuwan, and a representative from the Department of Mental Health

Mr. Piroon Laismit (left) and Mr. Kantapong Rangsesawang (right) exchange a gesture of appreciation

From left to right, Mr. Piroon Laismit, Ms. Nuchjaree Klaysuwan, Mr. Kantapong Rangsesawang, a representative from the Department of Mental Health, and a representative from Kasetsart University

Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of APCD, stands on stage

Mr. Kantapong Rangsesawang, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, delivers the opening speech

Mr. Piroon Laismit (right) receives award from Mr. Kantapong Rangsesawang (left)

Participants pose for a group photo holding their awards

Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of APCD, gives an interview a TV show

From left to right, the host of the TV show, Mr. Piroon Laismit, Ms. Nongnuch Maytarjittipun (seated in a wheelchair), and a producer pose for a group photo

Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of APCD, introduces the APCD 60+ Plus project booth
 

APCD Attended the Opening Ceremony of the Heart & Hand: Life Skills Center and the 23rd Annual General Meeting 2026

On 21 July 2026, Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of the Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD), together with the APCD team, attended the opening ceremony of the Heart & Hand: Life Skills Center – A Creative Space for Sharing, Encouragement, and Life Skills Development for Persons with Psychosocial Disabilities, held in conjunction with the 23rd Annual General Meeting 2025, organized by the Association for the Mentally Ill of Thailand (AMIT) at MCC Hall, The Mall Lifestore Ngamwongwan.

The Heart & Hand: Life Skills Center was established to strengthen life skills, social interaction, and communication skills for persons with psychosocial disabilities while providing a supportive environment that encourages meaningful participation, personal development, and community engagement.

The opening ceremony was attended by Ms. Nuchjaree Klaysuwan, President of AMIT; Mr. Kantapong Rangsesawang, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security; Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of APCD; and representatives from Kasetsart University and the Department of Mental Health.

The event provided an opportunity for participants to exchange perspectives on promoting psychosocial well-being, strengthening community support, and advancing disability-inclusive development. APCD expressed its appreciation to AMIT and all participating organizations for their collaboration and reaffirmed the importance of continued partnerships in promoting independent living, lifelong learning, and the meaningful participation of persons with disabilities in society.