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The boon of sourcing the crowd
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 02/06/2017
» Internet users have most likely heard of crowdfunding, the concept of acquiring funding for projects from voluntary public contributions, usually online. But while most crowdfunding platforms (Kickstarter, IndieGoGo, etc) are usually focused on the funding of cool ideas or products, Weeboon -- a new Thailand-based platform -- is currently leveraging the power of social media and online crowdfunding towards charitable causes, allowing NGOs, companies and members of the public to receive the funds for pursuing their causes.
Seeking status
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 18/04/2017
» Thailand has long seen a great influx of foreign migrants and workers from its surrounding neighbours, such as Myanmar or Laos. It is also home to many smaller ethnic minority groups such as the Karen, Hmong or Lahu. However, Thailand has never had the best track record when it comes to dealing with these foreign or ethnic minorities, especially when it comes to documentation. This poses a problem to these minorities, many of whom have lived in Thailand for decades, as they don't have the legal documents and identification often required in various situations, from medical or school applications to basic protection of law.
Spend your time with the blind
Life, Kanin Srimaneekulroj, Published on 15/12/2015
» The world of the visually impaired seems reclusive especially for normal people in society. But with the new Learning Centre which was opened last month and is located at the Bangkok School for the Blind on Ratchawithi Road, it’s perhaps a new beginning where people can get to understand more about them.