Nonprofit organization in Denmark in collaboration with Thai NGOs

Mission, Vision and Purpose

Mission

To improve function, participation, and quality of life for children with physical disabilities in Thailand through specialized rehabilitation, adapted assistive devices, and capacity building among families and professionals.

Vision

A future where children with physical disabilities in Thailand have the opportunity to actively participate in play, school, and family life – regardless of socioeconomic background or geographic location.

Purpose

The NGO works to:
• ensure access to individually adapted and functional assistive devices
• strengthen parents’ and local professionals’ knowledge and practical skills
• promote sustainable, locally anchored rehabilitation solutions

Pilot Project – 1 Month in Thailand

Location:
Chiang Mai or Bangkok
Rationale:
• access to hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and NGOs
• opportunity to address inequality within a relatively well-functioning system
• realistic in terms of accessibility, transport, and safety

Target Group

• children aged 0–12 years • primarily cerebral palsy and spinal cord injury • secondarily neuromuscular disorders or congenital deformities

Intervention

I contribute with specialized practice, not basic treatment:
• functional and activity-based assessment
• adaptation/optimization of existing assistive devices
• low-cost solutions and modifications
• parent education (positioning, ADL, play, daily routines)
• hands-on training and professional sparring with local staff

Konkrete mål

• Min. 15 børn opnår forbedret funktionel siddestilling, mobilitet eller deltagelse
• Forældre oplever øget kompetence og tryghed
• Lokale fagpersoner introduceres til systematisk ergoterapeutisk tilgang

Concrete Goals

Week 1

Observation, joint assessments, relationship building

Week 2–3

Intervention, assistive device adaptation, training and education

Week 4

Follow-up, documentation, joint reflection, and knowledge transfer