Fresh from Youth – Creating Miracles for Vulnerable Children
World Vision International's chairman urged greater investment in vulnerable children, saying each baht spent returns sixfold to society and economy while praising Thailand's progress with stateless children.
The chairman of World Vision International visited the World Vision Foundation of Thailand to underscore that investing in vulnerable children is central to sustainable social development. Every baht invested in children produces enormous value that flows back to the economy and society, he said, while commending Thailand's remarkable advancement in caring for stateless children.
Andrew Morley, chairman of World Vision International, stated during his visit to the World Vision Foundation of Thailand that investing in children represents the most worthwhile investment for any society. Research from multiple regions worldwide—Asia, Africa, and Latin America—consistently confirms that building health and education foundations for children yields sustainable long-term benefits. Investment returns to society at least sixfold throughout their lifetimes. This fact becomes even more critical as both the world and Thailand face demographic shifts toward an aging society, with declining birth rates making every child an invaluable resource requiring top priority.
Morey added that the number of vulnerable children facing structural challenges continues to rise. Experience shows that vulnerable children lack not ability but opportunity. With proper investment and support, they develop into quality, positively contributing members of society. Many such children demonstrate high entrepreneurial potential because they learn survival skills from a young age. With appropriate tools and opportunities, they can build careers, develop businesses, and become vital economic forces in the future.
"What children need most is the feeling that someone cares, listens to their stories, encourages them, and communicates with them consistently," he said. "This power of love can heal emotional wounds, allowing children who have experienced hardship or grown up feeling invisible to laugh and play safely again.
Child protection is not optional but a shared responsibility for everyone. Clear mechanisms enabling children and communities to speak out when things go wrong are essential. I thank the Thai people and Thai government for their support regardless of where these children come from or what cultures they represent, because every child deserves a safe, quality childhood filled with hope. Everyone can participate, whether through child sponsorship or other forms of support—every contribution is meaningful and creates tangible change," Morley said.
The World Vision Foundation of Thailand invites all to be part of creating miracles of change, ensuring that every child in disadvantaged areas receives continuous and sustainable care. Support children's activities on Facebook at worldvisionthailand or call 0-2022-9200.
