On 27 February 2026, World Vision Foundation of Thailand’s Kaeng Krachan Project received a “Model Child Protection Network Partner Certificate” under the “Child‑Friendly Province Project 2026” from the Department of Children and Youth, Phetchaburi Shelter for Children and Families. The recognition aims to promote collaboration in child protection and to strengthen and sustain child and youth systems at the provincial level.
The opening ceremony was presided over by Mrs Apinya Chompumas, Director‑General of the Department of Children and Youth, with Mr Chaipol Phutonglom, Deputy Governor of Phetchaburi Province, and Miss Jaruwan Cherngchanwich, Phetchaburi Provincial Social Development and Human Security Officer, jointly welcoming participants. The event was attended by distinguished guests from government agencies and civil society organisations.
The project aims to enhance systematic child and youth development efforts by applying the “Child‑Friendly Province” concept as a guiding framework. It operates through collaborative mechanisms among local child and youth development partners to create a safe and enabling environment for holistic growth, ensuring that children and young people are protected, treated with dignity, and enjoy a good quality of life, with support from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security.
In addition, World Vision Foundation of Thailand organised an exhibition booth to present its ministry implementation in child protection, as well as outcomes related to improving the quality of life of children and families in Phetchaburi, Ratchaburi, and Uthai Thani provinces, where the organisation is currently operating. The exhibition reflected the organisation’s impact and ongoing role in creating positive change for children and communities.
This event served as an important platform for strengthening local child and youth networks and provided an opportunity to exchange good practices, contributing collectively to the development of Phetchaburi Province as a truly child‑friendly province.


