Rotary Pudu Songkhla Phattana Panya Autism School Project 2025

1 A visit to an Autism school Songkhla Phattana Panya
1.1 Project chairman: PP Alex Chang
1.2 Completed February 16, 2025

Project chairman PP Alex Chang receiving the 1st Runner Up District Award for the International Service Project, recognising our Autism Children Project from the District Governor DG Arvind U Gopi Kumar

Project Overview
2 On February 16, 2025, Rotarians from RC Pudu (Malaysia) and RC Songkhla (Thailand) visited Songkhla Phattana Panya Autism School as part of a World Community Service (WCS) initiative. Led by Project Chairman PP Alex Chang, this project exemplified Rotary’s commitment to fostering international collaboration, inclusivity, and direct community impact.

Advancing Rotary’s WCS Objectives
3 Addressing Educational and Healthcare Needs in Marginalized Communities
3.1 The visit supported neurodiverse children by providing lunch and engaging with students, directly improving their well-being.
3.2 It also raised awareness about autism support in Thailand, highlighting the importance of inclusive education and healthcare access.

Strengthening Cross-Border Partnerships
4 The collaboration between RC Pudu and RC Songkhla facilitated resource-sharing and collective problem-solving, demonstrating Rotary’s ability to unite clubs across borders for meaningful change.

Promoting Cultural Exchange and Understanding
5 A traditional Thai dance performance by the students, dressed in cultural attire, celebrated Thailand’s heritage and warmly welcomed the Malaysian Rotarians.
5.1 This interaction fostered mutual respect and cultural appreciation, reinforcing Rotary’s mission of global goodwill and empathy.

Enhancing Direct Community Impact
6 Rotarians gained firsthand insight into the challenges faced by neurodiverse children and their caregivers, deepening their understanding of the school’s needs.
6.1 Serving lunch not only met an immediate need but also created personal connections, uplifting both visitors and recipients.
6.2 The visit also helped identify potential areas for future support, such as funding or volunteer assistance through Rotary networks.

Conclusion
7 This project exemplified how Rotary’s World Community Service bridges gaps—whether cultural, geographical, or social—by fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and sustainable impact. By engaging directly with the Songkhla Phattana Panya Autism School, RC Pudu and RC Songkhla not only provided immediate assistance but also laid the groundwork for long-term partnerships and continued advocacy for neurodiversity support.