The Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD) was honored to welcome Her Royal Highness Princess Anisha Rosnah binti Adam of Brunei Darussalam and Datin Paduka Seri Dayang Hajah Mariam binti Haji Abdul Aziz for a special visit to the APCD Administrative Building on 9 December 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 hrs.

The distinguished guests were warmly received by Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of The Foundation of Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability, who delivered welcome remarks and provided an introduction to the APCD Foundation's mission and achievements in promoting disability inclusion across the Asia-Pacific region.

The visit was further graced by the presence of Her Excellency Boosara Kanchanalai, ex-Ambassador of Thailand to Brunei Darussalam, along with Ms. Siriporn Rojanasukranjana, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.

Distinguished guests from THAI YAMAZAKI CO., LTD. also joined the occasion, including Mr. Masami Akiyama (President), Mr. Surachai Kopatta (Executive General Manager), and Mr. Yuichi Ashizawa (General Manager), reflecting the strong partnership between APCD and the private sector in advancing opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Program Highlights

The visit featured several meaningful activities:

Welcome and Presentation: Mr. Piroon Laismit presented welcome remarks, introduced APCD's work, and presented commemorative souvenirs to the royal guests, followed by a group photograph with the APCD team.

Interactive Baking Workshop: The highlight of the visit was an interactive baking workshop at the Yamazaki Bakery Training Room in the APCD 60+ Plus Bakery & Chocolate Café. Her Royal Highness and guests participated in hands-on activities led by APCD staff with disabilities, demonstrating the center's commitment to skills development and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

The visit concluded with a group photograph with APCD staff with disabilities, celebrating the spirit of inclusion and empowerment that defines APCD's mission.

This royal visit underscores the importance of international cooperation and support in advancing disability rights and creating inclusive societies throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

Bangkok, Thailand — Representatives from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond convened at the United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC) in Bangkok for the Seventh Asia-Pacific Directors General Forum for South-South and Triangular Cooperation, jointly organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA). The Forum serves as a vital platform bringing together Directors General, senior officials, and heads of agencies responsible for South-South and triangular cooperation to advance inclusive and sustainable development in the region.

Delegations from ESCAP Member States, Permanent Observers, and development partners participated, including high-level officials from Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, China, Fiji, France, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, Thailand, Türkiye, the United Kingdom, Vanuatu, and Viet Nam. Thailand’s delegation included key representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, TICA, the National Health Commission Office (NHCO), and other agencies. Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of the Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD), participated as an invited speaker.

One of the key highlights was Session 2, which focused on advancing sustainable and inclusive development through South-South and triangular cooperation. This session aimed to address the interconnected challenges and opportunities within inclusive development to leave no one behind. The discussion emphasized cross-cutting issues such as disability inclusion, gender equality, youth empowerment, and the needs of an aging society, and explored how collaboration among diverse stakeholders can drive progress in these areas.

By examining scalable models, inclusive policies, innovative partnerships, and emerging multidimensional solutions, the session encouraged the sharing of adaptable strategies that can be replicated across different country contexts.

Guiding questions included:

What are the key barriers to achieving inclusive and sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region, and how can South-South and triangular cooperation help overcome them?

How can development cooperation agencies better integrate inclusion—social, economic, and environmental—into their South-South cooperation strategies and programmes?

What successful models or practices have emerged from South-South cooperation that demonstrate scalable and replicable approaches to inclusive development?

Session Structure

Overview Presentation (15 min.)
Mr. Srinivas Tata, Director, Social Development Division (SDD), ESCAP

Moderated Panel Discussion (90 min.)
Moderator: Ms. Arunee Hiam, Deputy Director-General, Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA)

Panel Speakers

Mr. Yoshida Masahiro, Senior Vice President, Japan International Cooperation Organization (JICA)

Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director, Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD)

Mr. Dursun Ali Yaşacan, Director of East and South Asia, Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA)

Ms. Rina Setyawati, Director for International Development Cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Indonesia

Ms. Tipicha Posayanonda, Deputy Secretary-General, National Health Commission Office (NHCO), Thailand

The Forum underscored the essential role of South-South and triangular cooperation in tackling shared development challenges and promoting inclusive societies across Asia and the Pacific. APCD’s participation reflects its continued commitment to advancing disability-inclusive development and fostering regional collaboration for a more equitable and resilient future.

 

Moscow, Russia – November 25, 2025 – The Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD) participated in the influential panel discussion "BRICS of Opportunities: A Platform for Scaling Life-Changing Technologies" held in Moscow, Russia. The event, organized by the Roscongress Foundation of Russia, explored how inclusive technologies can serve as a catalyst for global change by uniting efforts across BRICS countries and partner states to create human-centered solutions.

APCD's Contribution to the Discussion

Nongnuch Maytarjittipun, Department Manager of APCD (Thailand), represented the organization as a key speaker at the panel. Her participation highlighted APCD's expertise in developing and implementing inclusive technologies that improve the lives of persons with disabilities across the Asia-Pacific region.

Focus on Sustainable Ecosystems

The panel emphasized the importance of creating sustainable ecosystems where technologies for rehabilitation, employment, adapted environments, and media are accessible across different countries and cultures. Discussions centered on three critical questions: how to transform social technologies into common BRICS assets, what forms of cooperation are most effective for scaling successful practices, and how to ensure that each solution improves people's quality of life while creating new opportunities for self-realization.

Distinguished International Panel

The session was moderated by Dmitry Polikanov, Deputy Director of the Russian Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living Abroad and International Humanitarian Cooperation. Alongside APCD, speakers included:

• Dr. Hadriani Uli Tiur Silalahi, Chair of Women20 Indonesia Presidency
• Mantula Nonkululeko Patricia, CEO of Global South Queens Media House and BRICS WBA (South Africa)
• Ilona Yuzhakova, Director of BRICS Charity Project (Russia)
• Hunny Bhagchandani, Founder of Torchit Electronics (India) – online participation
• Kuanysh Saparov, Deputy Director of Investment and Entrepreneurship Development Department at Astana Mayor's Office (Kazakhstan)
• Sergey Kudryashov, Director of Sustainable Development Department at PhosAgro
• Jabir Hassan, Head of Next-Generation Bioprinting at "ShabLab", Khalifa University (UAE) – online participation

• Advancing Global Cooperation

  APCD's participation underscores its commitment to advancing inclusive technology solutions through international collaboration. The organization continues to work with global partners to ensure that life-changing technologies reach persons with disabilities across diverse communities, promoting accessibility, disability inclusion, and sustainable development aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

  APCD expresses gratitude to the Roscongress Foundation and all participants who contributed to this meaningful dialogue on inclusive technology innovation and global cooperation.

Cha-am, Phetchaburi Province – The Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD) marked a significant milestone by conducting its first training course outside Bangkok, bringing disability awareness and inclusion practices to the southern region of Thailand.

On 21 November 2025, APCD delivered its "Training Course on Understanding Customers and Staff with Disability" at Centara Life Cha-am Beach Resort Hua Hin in Phetchaburi Province. The initiative represents APCD's expanding commitment to promoting disability-inclusive practices throughout Thailand's hospitality sector.

"This training is invaluable for our team," said Asdang Sukwises, General Manager at Centara Life Cha-am Beach Resort Hua Hin. "Understanding how to better serve customers with disabilities and create an inclusive workplace for staff with disabilities is essential for modern hospitality. We are honored to be the first venue outside Bangkok to host this important APCD program."

The comprehensive full-day training session was facilitated by APCD's experienced resource persons: Ms. Nongnuch Maytarjittipun, a trainer with mobility disability; Mr. Sunthorn, a trainer with visual disability; and Ms. Sirinan Kongcharoen, Training Assistant. The team shared practical knowledge and best practices for creating accessible and welcoming environments.

Participants learned about various types of disabilities, appropriate communication techniques, accessibility considerations, and strategies for fostering inclusive workplace cultures. The training engaged hotel staff members in essential skills development for serving guests with disabilities and aging individuals.

By bringing this training to Cha-am, APCD has opened doors for hotels, resorts, and tourism businesses in southern Thailand to enhance their disability inclusion practices. The move reflects growing recognition of the importance of accessible tourism and inclusive employment throughout the region.

The training course aligns with Thailand's commitment to disability rights and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, helping businesses create more equitable opportunities and experiences for both customers and employees with disabilities.

The program concluded with a certificate award ceremony, marking a significant step in the resort's commitment to inclusive hospitality services.

 

Group pictures featuring 18 advisory board members from government sector, NGOs, OPDs, and private entities.

 

Mr. Thaevan Uthaivath, legal expert, presented the document draft to the meeting participants.

 

The meeting environment taking place on the 3^rd floor meeting room, APCD Administration Building.

 

Thai–English interpreters providing translation services to ensure effective communication and a smooth flow of the meeting.

 

On December 11, 2025, APCD organized the 4^th Advisory Board Meeting for the Disability Inclusive Employment and Business Project (DIEB) at the 3^rd floor meeting room, APCD Administration Building. The meeting aims to gather recommendations on the practical guide to promote DIEB for employers, second result of the project. This document will provide concrete and actionable guidelines to support employers in preparing their workplaces to hire persons with disabilities and in ensuring effective follow-up throughout the employment process. With strong collaboration from diverse sectors, including government sector, NGOs, OPDs, and private entities, the guide is being refined to ensure both its practicality and real-world applicability. The collective input ensures the final document can support meaningful, sustainable, and inclusive employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

Mongolian participants proudly displayed their certificates alongside APCD staff and Secretary of The Embassy of Mongolia to Kingdom of Thailand during the closing ceremony.

 

The welcome remarks on 17 November and the closing remark on 28 November 2025 was delivered by Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive director of APCD.

 

The opening remarks was delivered by Mr. Grisada Phakakarn, Director of Human Resources Development Cooperation Division of Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) on 17 November 2025.

 

Participants, resource persons, staff from APCD, TICA and representative from Embassy of Mongolia to Kingdom of Thailand gathered for a group photo at the official opening ceremony.

 

Mr. Watcharapol Chuengcharoen started the safety Brief information, Ice Breaking activities and Self-Introduction and facilitated the expected outcome as the first session of the first day training course.

 

Ms. Siriporn Praserdchat and Ms. Supaanong Panyasirimongkol, facilitated the DET session as the internal resource persons on 17 November.

 

Ms. Tingting Chen, Social Affairs Officer, Social Development Department, United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), presented the Bridging Education and Economic Empowerment: Insights from the Jakarta Declaration and Regional Strategies on 17 November.

 

Participant representative gave an appreciation souvenir to Ms. Tingting.

 

Ms. Catherine Wilczek, Associate Programme Officer with her colleague, Ms. Sayaka Imoto, Associate Education Specialist Office for UN Coordination for Asia and the Pacific took session of Inclusive Education Concept on 18 November. (UNV) resource persons from UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok and

 

Participant gave an appreciation souvenir to resource persons, Ms. Catherine and Ms. Sayaka and took a group photo.

 

Participants took a field visit to observe Kindergarten and Inclusive Primary School Activities with discussion exchange at Kasem Phithaya School on 19 November.

 

Dr. Suchaya Thiansaengthong, Director of Foundation for Children with Disabilities (FCD) presented background, mission, vision and key activities, included the power of love for the Children with disabilities empowerment, inclusion and transition towards inclusive school of FCD during the field visit of participants on 20 November.

 

Participants learned how FCD support children with dualizabilities with one of the its highlights is utilization of local resources to make toys for children with Cerebral Palsy. The toys help children to do rehabilitation and physical therapy.

 

A field visit to Nakhon Pathom School for the Deaf (NPSD). Ms. Sukjai Chaiyamat, Director, welcomed and facilitated learning program included how school supporting students with disabilities for livelihood and transition process for employment. Participants learned how to produce local materials and handicraft products such as salted egg, bags with art flowers to promote the sustainability of sufficiency economy philosophy of the late King Rama 9 on 21 November.

 

Participants took a group photo with the Director and staff of the school as a proud memory.

 

Participants reviewed, reflected and made a strategy plan for inclusive teaching and participate the evaluation of the first week of ToT for Mongolian Teachers/ Educators on Inclusive Education, the session was facilitated by Mr. Somchai Rungsilp, APCD on 22 November.

 

Participants learned on technical skills to mobilize in inclusive education – Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and participated the workshop on IEP draft practice, Application, Wrap up & Reflection by Dr. Somporn Wanset, Faculty of Education, Khon Kaen University with her colleague on 24 and 25 November.

 

Participants learned on how to mobilize resources, facilitated by Mr. Somchai, on 25 November.

 

Participants learned on Training Cycle Management facilitated the session by Mr. Watcharapol on 26 November.

 

Participants enjoyed the Facilitation Skills for Changes and practiced on Facilitation Skills, session led by Mr. Somchai on 26 November.

 

Participants worked hard and active on practicing on Training & Facilitation skills and Seminar on key lessons learned from the Course. The session was led by Mr. Watcharapol and Mr. Somchai as a commentator on 27 November.

 

Participants presented their Action Plans on 28 November.

 

Ms. Otgontuya Batjargal from the Ministry of Education, Mongolia, representative of participants, shared her feedback of the training and delivered appreciation messages to the organizers at the closing ceremony.

 

Participants have their national dresses at the closing ceremony.

 

The Training of Trainers (ToT) Course for Mongolian Teachers on Inclusive Education was organized by Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD) with fully supported by Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) from 16 – 29 November 2025 in Bangkok and  Nakhon Pathom Province, Thailand.

This Training of Trainers program was developed under TICA’s sponsorship and delivered by APCD, leveraging its two decades of expertise in disability and development. The initiative aimed to enhance the capacity of Mongolian educators to become effective trainers and advocates for inclusive education in their schools, communities, and national systems in aligning with international commitment.

By equipping participants with practical tools and knowledge, the course contributes to building inclusive learning environments that support students with diverse disabilities and foster meaningful collaboration with families and communities. There were 15 participants various educational personnel in Mongolia such as representative from Ministry of Education, Inclusive education teachers, Educational Methodologist and Researcher.

The training officially began on 17 November 2025 in Bangkok with an opening ceremony. The Welcome Remarks were delivered by Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director of APCD, who highlighted the importance of strengthening educators’ capacity to advance inclusive education in Mongolia. This was followed by Opening Remarks from Mr. Grisada Phakakarn, Director of the Human Resources Development Cooperation Division, TICA, who emphasized Thailand’s commitment to support regional cooperation and promoting inclusive and equitable quality education.

Mr. Galdanjamts Batnasan, Secretary of the Embassy of Mongolia to the Kingdom of Thailand, also attended as an honorable guest, recognizing his continuous support for this collaboration to promote inclusive education in both countries.

After the two-week training, the closing ceremony was held on 28 November 2025, featuring feedback from the participants’ representative, Ms. Otgontuya Batjargal from the Ministry of Education, Mongolia. This was followed by the Closing Remarks delivered by the Executive Director of APCD, and the presentation of completion certificates. The event concluded with a group photo session, with participants proudly displaying their certificates.

From this training course, the participants could practice how to conduct a seminar by adapting the knowledge by using and facilitating their own resources. The training builds a strong network and new collaborations between Thailand and Mongolia in the field of Inclusive Education as well as the collaboration between APCD, TICA, Ministry of Education of Mongolia and Mongolia Embassy to Kingdom of Thailand.

 

 

Group photo of VIP guests, the United Nations (UNDP, UNICEF, ILO) and corporate partners (Yayasan Sime Darby, Bursa Malaysia, Grab, Starbucks, Astro Awani), ASEAN OPDs’ representatives, organizers, ADF secretariat

 

Mr. Chayoot Homdee, Community Development Officer, delivering youth perspective during Session 5, alongside with UNESCAP Officer Ms. Tingting Chen, Indonesian disability advocate Ms. Revita Alvi, and Dr. Lim Puay Tiak, vice chair of ADF as Moderator.

 

Ten Thai delegate Mission team group photo taking during conference. Ms. Saowalak Thongkuay, New elected chairperson of ADF/ Formal Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and APCD Executive Board Member; Asst. Prof. Dr. Arunee Limmanee, Policy expert on disability inclusive employment and business project, 2 representatives from disabled.me and 1 representative from Transportation For All (T4All) as well as their personal assistants. 

 

Group photo of Session 5: Powering Inclusion - Financing a Future Without Barriers on December 4, youth panelists, featuring, Mr. Chayoot representing Thailand.

 

Collecting materials from Exhibitors, establishing documentation exchange practice.

 

The newly elected executive board of the ASEAN Disability Forum for the 2026–2028 term is led by Ms. Saowalak Thongkuay, Dr. Lim Puay Tiak, Vice Chairperson (Singapore); General Secretary: Maulani A. Rotinsulu; Treasurer: Thongchanh Inthachak (Laos) and  Honorary Advisor: Lauro Purcil (Philippines).

 

APCD mission members Mr. Chayoot Homdee, Community Development Dept. (youth speaker with autism) and Mr. Watcharapol Chuengcharoen, Chief of Networking & Collaboration (documentation support and personal assistant) participated in the ASEAN Disability Forum (ADF) Conference 2025, held on 3-4 December in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Organized by the Malaysian Federation of the Deaf assigned by the ADF under Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship, the event was supported by the United Nations and strategic partners including UNDP, UNICEF, ILO, Yayasan Sime Darby, Bursa Malaysia, Grab, Starbucks, and Astro Awani. Over three hundred participants from ASEAN, Timor-Leste, and both disabled and non-disabled youths attended.

Mr. Chayoot delivered a youth perspective who live with autistic self-advocate’s decent job toward inclusion & sustainability during Session 5, discussing the role of youth with autism as change agents and APCD’s economic empowerment initiatives, with responses from UNESCAP and Indonesian advocates. The forum facilitated valuable knowledge sharing that will benefit APCD’s future planning.

Mr. Lee Yong Suk, Chairperson, Disabled People’s International-Korea delivered the opening remarks at the International Forum on Promoting Inclusive Art

 

Ms. Tanutchaporn Kawila presented the introduction of Dulabhatorn Foundation and its art activities

 

Ms. Apple Farmani, representative of Lucie Foundation shared the activities on promoting inclusive art and photo exhibition in Thailand and oversea.

 

Bangkok Art and Cultural Center (BACC) representative, Mr. Chatvichai Promadhattavedi talked about the missions and highlight activities on inclusive art of BACC.  

 

APCD highlighted on article 30 of the Convention on The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) which is clearly indicates that “Persons with disabilities has the full rights to participate in cultural life, recreation, leisure and sport”.

 

Representatives from Thailand, Lucie Foundation, Dulabhatorn Foundation and APCD at the international forum.

 

APCD gave the opening remarks and attained the workshop on Inclusive International Seminar with Persons with Psychosocial Disabilities “Towards Rights-based on Deinstitutionlization and Inclusion in The Community”. The workshop was conducted in the morning of 7 November 2025.

 

APCD and Thai delegate joined the 4^th Korea-Asia Pacific Disability Culture and ART D-EUM Festival.

 

Group photo of all partners and stakeholders of this significant Inclusive Art Exhibition.

 

Thai delegates with the Organizer, Disabled Peoples’ International-Korea at the Inclusive Art Exhibition

 

APCD participated significant programs of Disabled Peoples’ International-Korea (DPI-Korea) from 5-8 November 2025.

First activity was event on “International Forum on the Roles of Stakeholders in Capacity Building and Nurturing Artists with Disabilities in Asia-Pacific Region”. APCD representative delivered the congratulatory remarks for the event and shared his inputs toward promoting inclusive art in the Asia-Pacific region at the panel discussion. He emphasized on 4 main points which were (1) The power of art to develop human being and all people in the society which including persons with disabilities (2) Persons with disabilities has full rights to participate in cultural life, recreation, leisure and sport which it is clearly indicated in the United Nations Convention on The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in Article 30 (3) Since many of persons with disabilities have their own potential and talent on Art then people in the society should aware and impress on the art works made by persons with disabilities and lastly (4) All sectors in society should working together to promote inclusive art in the Asia-Pacific region. APCD is committed and pleased to be one of key actors to promote inclusive art in the region.

Thai delegates who join the forum were representatives of Dulabhatorn Foundation, Lucie Foundation as well as one online participant from Bangkok, Bangkok Art and Cultural Center (BACC).

Second activities APCD gave the opening remarks and attended the workshop on Inclusive International Seminar with Persons with Psychosocial Disabilities “Towards Rights-based on Deinstitutionalization and Inclusion in The Community”. The workshop was conducted in the morning of 7 November 2025.

And lastly, APCD delivered the congratulatory remarks at the 4^th Korea-Asia Pacific Disability Culture and ART D-EUM Festival. The festival aimed to create a cultural and artistic space where people with and without disabilities can come together on art activities. The opening ceremony of the exhibition was held in the afternoon of 7 November 2025. The first exhibition was first held at Bangkok Art and Cultural Center (BACC) in Bangkok, followed by a showcase in Seoul this time and will continue showing in Jeju this coming December. The most of artwork showed in this gallery were photos taken by students with disabilities.       

APCD will collaborate with all partners and stakeholders to promote inclusive art in the Asia-Pacific Region.

APCD supported potential partner, Dulabhatorn Foundation (DBF) to formulate the strategic plan on developing children with developmental disorder at Chiang Mai Province.

 

The staff members as well as committee members and program partners of DBF participated in formulating of strategic plan for the year 2026-2028.

 

Key and highlight Final draft strategic plan is focusing on empowering family, community to promote the quality of life of persons with developmental disorder and their families.

 

APCD supported potential partner, Dulabhatorn Foundation (DBF) to formulate the strategic plan on developing children with developmental disorder from 31 October to 1 November 2025, at Chiang Mai Province.

The staff members of DBF participated in formulating of strategic plan for the year 2026-2028. The process was started from reviewing the previous strategic plan (year 2023-2025), SWOT analysis of organization, setting up the ultimate goal, vision and missions of the organization. Final stage was about identification of program strategies.

The DBF also invited its committee members as well as project partners to make the inputs in order to develop the powerful strategic plan. Final draft strategic plan was coming out with the 3 key strategies which include 1) promoting the development of persons with developmental disorder and their families; 2) raising awareness and full participation of community and society; 3) developing organization by enhancing management mechanism, human resources as well as resource mobilization.

Group photo of students, professor, and APCD staff with a person with visual impairment (total blindness), working at the APCD 60+ Bakery & Chocolate Café project.

 

Mr. Piroon Laismit, Executive Director, APCD delivered a welcome speech.

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pakaratee Chaiyawat presented a token of appreciation to Mr. Piroon Laismit and took a group photo together with student and APCD staff.

 

Student learned about inclusive employment at the APCD 60+ Bakery & Chocolate Café, facilitated by Ms. Supaanong Panyasirimongkol.

 

Mr. Watcharapol Chuengcharoen, presented APCD’s regional activities in disability development.

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pakaratee gave a lecture on a concept of Community-based Inclusive Development (CBID).

 

The student and professor purchased bakery products and took a group photo with APCD staff at the APCD 60+ bakery & Chocolate café.

 

 

Master’s degree students from the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Mahidol University, visited the Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD) as part of the course PTPT 677: Research, Laboratory, and Clinical Practice in Physical Therapy.

 

The study visit, organized in collaboration between APCD and the Faculty of Physical Therapy, aimed to enhance students’ understanding and practical skills through direct engagement in health promotion activities at the Center for Health and Fitness. The learning experience focused on evaluating and developing physical fitness among older adults and persons with disabilities.

 

During the visit, students attended a presentation on APCD’s regional activities in disability development, shared by Mr. Watcharapol Cheungcharoen, followed by a tour of APCD’s 60+ Plus Kitchen by CP and 60+ Plus Bakery & Chocolate Café. The group was supervised by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pakaratee Chaiyawat, provided academic guidance throughout the session on the concept of Community based Inclusive Development (CBID). The Faculty of Physical Therapy expresses appreciation to the Center for Health and Fitness for supporting the university’s educational mission.

 

Through the activities and discussions, students had the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge in real-world contexts, promoting health and well-being through exercise, rehabilitation programs, and social inclusion—embracing the theme “Inclusion as Innovation: Leaving No One Behind in Sustainability and Communication.”