SPD Student Trip to Taiwan: A Journey of Learning and Connection
From May 8–11, fourth-year SPD students embarked on an enriching journey to Taiwan, accompanied by Ajarn Kevin Cook. The trip included visits to National Taiwan University, the Taipei Service Center for Persons with Disabilities, and iconic natural and cultural landmarks. The SPD program would like to extend a special thank you to alumni Lisan Ko […]
สูงวัย ส่งให้ วัยใส: SPD Students Connect Generations Through Art
On May 7, 2025, students from the SPD program from Thammasat University successfully hosted the สูงวัย ส่งให้ วัยใส “Cross Generation” activity at Nong Prue Municipality, Chon Buri, as part of the SPD443: Social Gerontology course. This meaningful and creative event brought together participants of different ages through shared artistic expression. We sincerely appreciate many contributors: […]
SPD Students Host “Cross Generation” Activity in Chon Buri
On May 7, 2025, students from the SPD program from Thammasat University successfully hosted the สูงวัย ส่งให้ วัยใส “Cross Generation” activity at Nong Prue Municipality, Chon Buri, as part of the SPD443: Social Gerontology course. This meaningful and creative event that brought together participants of different ages through shared artistic expression. We would like to […]
Public Lecture by Prof Bob Doherty on The Story of Divine Chocolate
On 24 April 2025 Prof Bob Doherty, Dean of the University of York’s School for Business and Society, and co-founder of the highly successful Fair Trade social enterprise Divine Chocolate, delivered a public lecture on the evolution of Divine Chocolate, its ground-breaking approach to business and its far-reaching social impact in Ghana. Prof Doherty was […]
SPD Students Explore Healthcare Access in Migrant Communities in Kanchanaburi
On 19-20 April 2025, a group of student visited the Mon village in Kanjanaburi, led by a professor who is an expert in the field, to study access to healthcare in migrant communities, as a part of SPD442: Migration and Changing Society. The visit also allows the opportunity for students to give care packages to […]
Insights on Managing Civil Society Organizations and Achieving Social Impact – A Guest Lecture by the Social Innovation Foundation
On April 3, Ajahn Kevin Cook invited representatives from Social Innovation Foundation to give a presentation to students in SPD 319 Civil Society Management. The guest lecturers discussed the challenges and strategies in managing a civil society organization and pursuing meaningful social impact. Social Innovation Foundation are leaders in disability employment In Thailand and work […]
Post-Earthquake Safety Inspection Confirms Faculty of Social Administration Building is Safe for Use
Following the earthquake, university staff inspected the building at the Faculty of Social Administration, Tha Phra Chan Campus. The building structure was found to be undamaged, and a certificate has been attached to confirm that the Faculty of Social Administration building is safe and can be used as usual.
Job Coaching Training for Faculty at Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University
On March 29th, Ajahn Kevin Cook provided a training to Faculty at Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University on how to use job coaching to help students with disability find employment upon graduation.
Field Visit to Khlong Toei: Exploring Urban Poverty and Community Resilience with SPD446 Students
On March 26, Ajan Andy led students from the SPD446 Social Development course on a field visit to the Khlong Toei community. In collaboration with the Bangkok Community Help Foundation, the students distributed food to residents in need and engaged with local leaders to learn about the community’s history, ongoing challenges, and future prospects. The […]
World Social Work Day at the United Nations
On 24 March, 2025, the Faculty of Social Administration co-hosted the World Social Work Day event held at the United Nations in Bangkok, an international conference under the theme of ‘Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing’. The Dean of the Faculty of Social Administration at Thammasat University, Assoc Prof Dr Auschala Chalayonnavin, led on the […]