Community Engagement
Sasin’s Community Engagement initiatives aim to promote our values of inclusive learning, education, and social development beyond our campus walls. We believe in the power of connection and understanding to create positive change in our wider community.
Our Focus Areas
- Cultural exchange programs
- Educational outreach
- Community service projects
- Partnerships with local organizations
- Public awareness campaigns on inclusivity
What We Do
- Organize community events celebrating diversity
- Conduct workshops on inclusive practices for local businesses
- Collaborate with schools on inclusive education initiatives
- Partner with NGOs on social development projects
- Host public lectures on diversity and inclusion topics
Past and Upcoming Events
We’re proud of our history of inclusive events and community initiatives. Click here to view our past events or see what’s coming up on our Inclusive Events calendar.Event Space for Inclusive Initiatives
Sasin offers discounted and free event space in the heart of Bangkok for qualifying non-profits and organizations promoting inclusive business education and related activities. To inquire about using our space for your event, please contact us at [email protected].Neurodiversity at Work
We’re excited to work with the Neurodiversity at Work Research Center (NWRC) to promote inclusive hiring practices for people with disabilities and neurodivergence. Learn more about NWRC here.Why We Engage
- Share Sasin’s expertise in inclusive practices
- Learn from diverse community perspectives
- Create opportunities for our students and staff to make a difference
- Build a more inclusive and understanding society
- Strengthen Sasin’s role as a leader in social responsibility
Get Involved
We welcome participation from all members of the Sasin community. Whether you have ideas for new initiatives, want to volunteer, or are interested in partnering with us, we’d love to hear from you.For External Organizations
Interested in partnering with Sasin on inclusive initiatives? We’re always open to new collaborations that align with our values and goals. Submit your proposal to us via email.Connect With Us
To learn more about our community engagement efforts or to get involved, contact us at [email protected].Ongoing IDEALS Initiatives
IDEALS stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access to Learning at Sasin. It’s our comprehensive approach to creating a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all members of our community.
Policies are handled on a departmental level. Policies are under continual audits for IDEALS consistency and are revised continually. Up-to-date policies are always available in the student, staff, and faculty handbooks. All members of the Sasin community are expected to adhere to the IDEALS ethos.
Policies and programs made possibly by IDEALS are available to all Sasin community members, including students, faculty, and staff.
Yes, we offer various accommodations for students with disabilities. Contact our Accommodations team at [email protected] to discuss your needs.
Sasin is committed to providing our community with equitable treatment. The IDEALS team will be happy to discuss your concerns further and work with you to connect with the right resources. Click here to contact us.
We encourage you to reach out to our Discrimination and Harassment Support team at [email protected]. They can provide guidance and support in addressing the situation.
Moving to a new place can be hard. We have several special initiatives and efforts to help our international students and staff feel at home. These include:
- Chulalongkorn language classes to help with Thai language skills
- Mentor and buddy systems pairing international members with local counterparts
- Community events celebrating diverse cultures
- Orientation programs specific to international arrivals
- Support services for visa and housing arrangements
- Cross-cultural communication workshops
- Regular check-ins and support from our inclusion team
We participate in various community outreach programs, collaborate with local organizations, and offer our space for inclusive events. Check our Community Engagement page for more details or look at the various Inclusion events here.
At Sasin, we view inclusion as a fundamental aspect of excellence in education and business, not a passing trend. Our IDEALS initiative reflects our genuine commitment to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We believe that diversity of thought and experience leads to innovation and better outcomes for all.
Yes, we have specific resources and support services for our LGBTQI+ community members. We’ve also developed an LGBTQI+ Toolkit in partnership with UNDP to promote inclusive practices. Read our statement for out LGBTQI+ students and staff here.
Yes, the Sasin Inclusive Education Fund provides scholarships to students in need. The fund also supports a variety of other initiatives, including research opportunities, emergency financial aid, educational materials, and innovative programs. Contributions to the fund are eligible for double tax benefits in Thailand. For more information on how to contribute, please visit the Sasin Inclusive Education Fund page.
We welcome your ideas and feedback! Please email us at [email protected] with your suggestions or comments.
We offer a range of events in both English and Thai. Many of our events feature dual translation or dual language facilitators to ensure accessibility for all participants.
Yes, we provide regular cross-cultural awareness training sessions for our staff and faculty. These sessions are designed to promote understanding, foster inclusive practices, and enhance our community’s overall cultural competence.
We work closely with the Neurodiversity at Work Research Center (NWRC) and other partners to promote inclusive hiring practices. Our HR policies are regularly reviewed to ensure they support diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and retention efforts.
Absolutely! We welcome partnerships with external organizations that align with our inclusion goals. Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss potential collaborations.
Sasin’s commitment to IDEALS runs deeper than words. We are excited to engage with stakeholders of all levels on academic and practical issues related to inclusion and diversity at work and in education. If you have an issue you would like to promote, reach out to [email protected] to begin.
Reach out to the IDEALS team with any questions regarding IDEALS, programming, ideas, or concerns.
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