Bangkok, 12 February 2025 – The Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD) Foundation hosted a study visit for 40 network partners from the Institute for the Development of Holistic Health Service System (IDHHS) under the National Health Foundation (NHF) to observe vocational training programs for persons with disabilities at the APCD 60+ Plus Bakery & Chocolate Cafe.

The visit, which took place from 8:00 to 10:00 AM, was part of the project "Driving Collaboration for Social Impact Through Public-Private-Civil Society Partnership: Social Impact Partnership To(gether))," funded by the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth).

The IDHHS delegation toured the APCD 60+ Plus Bakery & Chocolate Cafe, a learning center that provides vocational training opportunities for persons with disabilities. The center aims to create sustainable employment opportunities and enable persons with disabilities to support themselves with dignity and pride.

Ms. Piroon Laismit, APCD Executive Director, welcomed the delegation and facilitated the knowledge exchange session. The visit provided valuable insights into APCD's approach to disability-inclusive employment and vocational skills development.

The study visit is part of IDHHS's efforts to expand successful models of social impact partnerships across Thailand, bringing together government agencies, civil society organizations, private sector entities, and network partners to strengthen community-based disability inclusion initiatives.

APCD Foundation continues to serve as a regional resource center, sharing best practices and innovative approaches to disability inclusion with organizations throughout Thailand and the Asia-Pacific region.