On October 2, 2025, the National Institute for Child and Family Development (NICFD) at Mahidol University celebrated its 28th Anniversary of establishment at the Salaya Campus.
The ceremony was honoured by the presence of Assistant Professor Dr Ittichote Chuckpaiwong, Vice President for Infrastructure and Environment at Mahidol University, together with executives from across the university. They were warmly welcomed by Associate Professor Adisak Plitponkarnpim, M.D., Director of NICFD, and Associate Professor Dr Athiwat Jiawiwatkul, Deputy Director for Planning and Quality Development.
The program included a religious ceremony for blessings, a tribute video in honour of Associate Professor Dr Nittaya Kachapakdee, the founding director of NICFD, a commemorative video presentation entitled “28 Years of Establishment,” and a distinguished seminar series.
NICFD TALK Seminar
Under the theme “Future Citizens Begin in Early Childhood,” the seminar featured the following sessions:
“Future Citizens for a Sustainable Society”
— by Assoc. Prof. Adisak Plitponkarnpim, M.D., Director of NICFD
“Inclusive Education & Care: Learning Together for Every Child”
— by Asst. Prof. Kaewta Nopmaneejumruslers, M.D., Deputy Director for Clinical Services and Early Childhood Development Center, together with teachers from the Early Childhood Development Center
“Future Citizens Start with EF & ESL Skills”
— by Dr Nootchanart Ruksee, Deputy Director for Research, together with teachers from the Early Childhood Development Center
“Super GP”
— by Asst. Prof. Dr Sawitri Thayansin and Ms Jirapa Sing-Ngao, alumnae
“Nature Based”
— by the teachers from the Early Childhood Development Center
The 28th anniversary celebration underscored NICFD’s continued commitment to advancing child and family development through education, research, clinical services, and community engagement, in alignment with Mahidol University’s mission to create knowledge and innovation for the betterment of society.
