Participantes
Natchata Thamtanakom
Topic:
Learning by doing, Showing the value of learning, without pressure on the student. Making learning enjoyable.
Merits:

A performing art teacher at Soon Ruam Namchai School in Bangkok, Natchata has a vision for the school to be a safe and creative zone in Klong Toey Community by bringing performing arts to help children and youths to be away from drug and related social problems in slum area.  She has also created educational opportunities for children in the community more than thirty years.

 

Contribution:

She focuses on gratitude.

The classical Thai dance club which she has run for 30 years is not only somewhere to learn, but also an extended family. Former students consistently come back to the club to share their knowledge and experiences.

 

Expectations:

Natchata wants her student to learn how to give as well as to receive, to help each other not to grab from each other,  the basis of peace and friendship in our world.