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Foundation for Child Development (FCD) is a Thai non-governmental
organization that aims to support child development in all its
forms – body, mind and spirit. Working at the international
and grassroots level, the foundation focuses on seeking – and
applying – positive solutions to the challenges facing children
and youth. Poverty, displacement and the effects of social change
are just some of the hardships faced by many children. Relevant
policies and creative programs are required to meet the needs
of Thailand’s children. |
The
FCD is committed to ensuring the present and future well being
of children, and works closely with other NGOs, government agencies,
community leaders, parents, and most importantly, children themselves.
FCD programs and activities aim to build local capacity, and
stress partnership, empowerment and sustainability. Established
in 1982, the FCD was one of the first organizations in Thailand
to raise and address the issue of child labour. The FCD currently
runs four major projects that support child and community development. |
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FCD has assisted more than 7,000 children in the last six
years; completed over 40 research projects and studies; successfully
advocated for revisions to Thailand’s Child Labour Protection
Law; and won awards for its playgrounds and media projects.
The
FCD is registered as a foundation by The National Culture
Committee, permission number T248/2524. Its registration number
is Bangkok 1738. In 1989, it received a directive from the
Ministry of Finance that declared it a public charity, number
179. |
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