Sakon Nakhon Changemakers

Previously we talked about the charitable efforts of the Thai-Chinese community in Sakon Nakhon, as demonstrated by the philanthropic efforts of the Metta Tham Foundation (เมตตาธรรมมูลนิธิสกลนคร). But they are not the only charity operating in the province. The Lion’s Club and Rotary Club of Thailand both have branches in Sakon Nakhon. And there are a […]

Sakon Nakhon (สกลนคร) is a city and province located in the upper northeast region of Thailand known as Isaan or Isan. It is a province filled with mountains, lakes, forests, and farms, as well as 100s of Buddhist temples and a rich cultural history stretching back thousands of years. Sakon Nakhon City Name (Etymology) The […]

An interview with changemaker Tammawit Limlertcharoenvanich, co-owner of House Number 1712 Can you tell me a little about your childhood? Where in Sakon Nakhon did you grow up, what did your parents do, where did you go to school, etc. Khun Tammawit: I was born in the center of the business area in Sakon Nakhon. […]

An Interview with Changemaker Napapai (Dew) Namprakai of Sakon Nakhon Toyota Can you tell me a little about your childhood? Where in Sakon Nakhon did you grow up, what did your parents do, where did you go to school, etc. Napapai (Dew) Namprakai: I was born and grew up in Sakon Nakhon’s Amphur Muang along […]

An interview with changemaker Prach Niyomkar of Mann Craft Studios & Mann Gardens Can you tell me a little about your childhood? Where in Sakon Nakhon did you grow up, what did your parents do, where did you go to school, etc. Mann Craft: I was born in Sakon Nakhon. My mother’s family is here. […]

An interview with changemaker Chorlada Suppaso of the Vithidham School Can you tell me a little about your childhood? Where in Sakon Nakhon did you grow up, what did your parents do, where did you go to school, etc. Chorlada Suppaso: I was born and raised in a small village called Hang Hong, approximately 10 […]