Issues & Problems

June 4, 2023 The Yellow Line BTS (Skytrain) has started its operation. I saw locals trying it out and having fun, so I decided to give it a try as well. However, I know what I’d like to see. I didn’t have much time, so I couldn’t explore the footpath below Hua Mak Station extensively. Based on my observation, “We have excellent footpaths that are convenient, safe, and of high standards!” — #BangkokActNOW

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.

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…”

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.

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.

I have been a loyal customer of Starbucks for a significant period of time and frequently utilize its premises as a meeting place to work. Given that Starbucks has branches all across the globe, I have high expectations for world-class service standards. However, some of the Starbucks branches in Bangkok have encountered issues in the past, which I have brought to their attention, and the necessary corrections were made in a timely manner.

15 มีนาคม 2566 BTS สถานี ปุญญวิถี มี Skywalk แสดงความเหลื่อมล้ำ | Dead Skywalk ที่แท้ทรู 1. Skywalk มีการลดระดับชั้นและเป็นบันได (ตามภาพ) 2. มีการติดตั้งลิฟท์ราวบันได (Stair Lift) ซึ่งเป็นอุปกรณ์ที่ไม่ควรใช้บนพื้นที่สาธารณะ เพราะอันตราย ต่างประเทศมีคนตกตายมาแล้ว, มีคนอีกมากที่ใช้ไม่ได้, ต้องมีคนดูแล และเราภายใต้ชื่อเครือข่ายขนส่งมวลชนทุกคนต้องขึ้นได้ (T4A) เคยยื่นหนังสือต่อรัฐมนตรีว่าการกระทรวงคมนาคม ขอให้เลิกใช้ในระบบใหม่ๆ หลายปีแล้ว

February 23, 2023 As representatives of T4A, we had the opportunity to join the Social and Enterprise Development Commission for Children, Youth, Women, the Elderly, Persons with Disabilities, and the National Legislative Assembly (NLA), with Mr. Monthian Buntan as the chairman, to follow up on the development projects in Chiang Rai province.

December, 16th 2022 Today, it’s my turn to be investigated. Before we went to the trial room, we took photographs with our supporters from all around- people with disability organizations and other authorities we’ve been cooperating with.