Kingdom of Thailand
Basic Information
| Country of Operation | Kingdom of Thailand |
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| Year of Commencement | 2011 |
| Target Areas | Central (Bangkok, etc.), North (Chiang Mai, etc.), Northeast (Khon Kaen, etc.), and South (Surat Thani, etc.) (4 regions in total) |
| Implementing Organizations | JILAF (Japan International Labour Foundation), ITUC-TC (International Trade Union Confederation - Thai Council), ECOT (Employers' Confederation of Thailand), ILO (International Labour Organization), Ministry of Labour of Thailand |
| Main Target Groups | Informal sector workers placed under more difficult living situations, such as persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and slum dwellers. |
Main Features of the Project
Life Support Seminars
We hold life support seminars using toolkits created in collaboration with the ILO and local NGOs (HomeNet), providing guidance for livelihood improvement.
Vocational Training and Product Development
We conduct vocational training tailored to local needs and support independence through the development and sale of new products via these trainings.
Establishment of Savings Cooperatives
We are building social safety nets by supporting the establishment of savings cooperatives (credit unions) and providing loan and condolence money systems.
Project Results (As of April 2024)
| Number of Network Members | 1,546 |
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| Number of Vocational Training Participants | 1,460 |
| Number of People Employed, Starting Businesses, or Improving Skills | 1,635 |
