Bangkok Governor Supports Saturday School Initiative for Klong Toei Youth

On August 22, 2026, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt visited a 'Saturday School' initiative in the Klong Toei district. According to Matichon Online, the program has successfully collaborated with Marriott International to offer professional hospitality training to local youth, providing them with practical skills for the hotel industry. During his visit, Governor Chadchart engaged with the students and observed the vocational training sessions, expressing his support for the project's impact on community development.

For residents and visitors, this initiative highlights the ongoing efforts to bridge the gap between Bangkok’s urban development and its underserved communities. The involvement of international hospitality brands in local education suggests a growing trend of corporate social responsibility aimed at empowering youth in areas like Klong Toei.

Following the success of this session, Prateep Ungsongtham, a prominent community leader, has requested similar educational support for other children living in the surrounding slums. While the Governor has shown clear enthusiasm for the program's current results, it remains to be confirmed how the city administration plans to scale this model or if further partnerships will be established to expand these vocational opportunities to other underprivileged areas in the capital.