Adia “Indy” Pudtalsri

FOUNDER, CARECONNECT; ADVOCATE FOR INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN THAILAND

Industry : Business

Adia “Indy” Pudtalsri, a Thai changemaker flipping the script on education. In 2023, she launched CareConnect, a digital platform offering animated video lessons and worksheets tailored for students with learning disabilities. Indy’s journey began in elementary school where she noticed classmates struggling with tasks that seemed straightforward to others. Determined to make learning more inclusive, she created CareConnect to provide accessible resources that cater to diverse learning needs. The platform offers materials grounded in the Orton-Gillingham approach for literacy and visual aids for numeracy, ensuring content is both informative and engaging. Beyond the digital realm, Pudtalsri actively supports underfunded schools in Thailand by distributing educational workbooks and conducting virtual workshops focused on various learning disabilities. Her commitment extends to fostering a supportive learning environment, reminding students that differences in learning styles are strengths to be celebrated.

Looking ahead, Pudtalsri plans to expand CareConnect’s offerings to include subjects like biology, physics and chemistry. She also aims to establish support group meetups for students to share experiences and resources, further promoting an inclusive educational community. In a country where approximately 27% of children with disabilities lack access to essential health promotion services, Pudtalsri’s initiative represents a beacon of hope for more inclusive education. Through CareConnect, she's fostering a community where different learning needs are acknowledged and supported, potentially transforming the landscape of special education in Thailand.