On May 31, 2025, the Thailand Physical Activity Knowledge Development Centre (TPAK), Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Piyawat Katewongsa, head of the data survey and tool development project to support policy implementation for promoting physical activity among Thai children and adolescents, titled “Physical Activity Survey of Thai Children and Adolescents 2025” under Global Matrix 5.0, held a preparatory meeting.
The meeting was honored by Dr. Pairoj Saonuam, Deputy Manager of the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) and Country Leader, who spoke on the role of the Thailand Report Card in driving national policy to promote physical activity. The meeting brought together university representatives from 12 institutions across 10 provinces, including: Naresuan University, Prince of Songkla University (Pattani Campus), Khon Kaen University, Thaksin University, University of Phayao, Mahidol University, Ubon Ratchathani Rajabhat University, Christian University of Thailand, Phranakhon Rajabhat University, Burapha University, Dhonburi Rajabhat University, and Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok. Researchers from TPAK also participated.
The meeting, held online via Zoom, outlined the objectives of the project, updated participants on the formation of data collection teams, introduced the tools to be used, and discussed strategies for collaboration.
This initiative is part of a global partnership with the Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance, which includes 71 countries. It aims to produce a situational analysis of physical activity among children and adolescents in Thailand using the international comparative framework of Global Matrix 5.0. The findings will serve as national indicators of physical activity levels.
Additionally, the meeting featured a special lecture by Dr. Naina Tancharoen, Director of the Bureau of Special Education Administration, on “The Need to Promote Physical Activity Among Children and Adolescents with Disabilities.” Dr. Methawee Phumarin, Director of the Group for Promoting Education Management in Schools for Students with Special Needs, also joined the session. Their presentations provided essential guidance for regional teams on inclusive data collection practices, ensuring comprehensive and accurate information from children and adolescents with disabilities. These efforts will inform future planning, policy development, and activities to promote physical activity among Thai youth.
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