Yesterday, I couldn’t open the car door. I notified the security officer to call up the owner to move the car. He tried to ask the officer why they had to move, I show him that I was sitting in a wheelchair, and he had parked over the line. He was kind enough to apologize and move the car. This is a long-standing issue related to the lack of order in Thai society, particularly regarding parking habits.

Before I begin, I would like to clarify that I am not a designer, but rather a user who has encountered various problems. Today, I would like to discuss something that I often talk about. Let’s consider the picture of a walkway leading to a building with a raised floor no more than 2 inches high to separate the outer and inner areas and we see this design almost everywhere, but I see it as a design that “has a significant impact on society.”

April 11, 2023 The ‘Esan Pattana’ network comprises the teams of Nong Bua Lam Phu FD, Udon Thani FD, Friends, and Accessibility Is Freedom participated in the opening ceremony of Phu-An Skywalk. The event was well-organized with live performances and a live catwalk show, which was highly commendable.

Recently, I have been frequenting this establishment and have had to rely on the staff to assist me with getting in and out every time. The none accessibility has transformed me from a person who has never had to ask for help to someone who now has to wait and request assistance by saying “Excuse me, can you please…”

April 9th, 2023 Four years ago, we recommended improvements to the basic accessible facilities to the management team of Siam Makro, and since then, All Makro in Thailand have significant improved. During the Songkran holiday, I’m back to my home country in Nong Bua Lam Phu Province and I had the opportunity to check up the accessible restroom. Overall, the facilities are good. The large restroom signs are visible from the distant, going in and out the room is good. The sliding doors are wide and easy, and the lighting is adequate. Additionally, the exhaust fans are effective. However, we …

April 9, 2023 Survey of Accessible Parking Spaces for People with Disabilities at Makro, Nong Bua Lam Phu Province. The information is as follows: 1. There are 4 parking spaces located at the front near the entrance/exit. The total number of parking spaces for this branch has not been confirmed with the Makro management.

Several vending machines have become popular in our neighborhood lately, but they were not designed with the concept of “for everyone”. What are the issues with them? 1. The screen is placed too high, causing discomfort and difficulty in viewing. As someone of average height, I can only see and choose products from the bottom row.

No need to remember how long it has been. This bridge symbolizes inequality. We urge for prompt action to convert the Green Bridge’s stairs into a ramp and address potential safety concerns in all aspects, to ensure that everyone has access to equal opportunities. The following principles should be firmly upheld and vigorously promoted:

Suggestion: 1. All individuals, including students and staff whose physical capabilities may change over time. 2. The physical infrastructure of all schools must provide at least the basic accessibilities law. 3. Additionally, access to the curriculum and teaching methods should be developed in tandem.

Today I met “Khun Boo”, who needs to use an electric wheelchair. It’s not easy for him to take care of himself, from daily activities to go out to work and making a living. Despite the challenges, Khun Boo still helps to report various issues and not just by reporting them. He is also one of the people who support my work financially!