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With gracious appreciation for the images from the Royal office.
Photographs of a delegation laying a wreath in homage before the Royal Funeral Urn of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, at Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall, within the Grand Palace, on Sunday, 14 December 2025.
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O.P.E.N. Global Village Leaders Pay Homage to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, at the Grand Palace
BANGKOK – A high-level delegation from O.P.E.N. Global Village visited the Grand Palace today to pay official tribute and express profound respect to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother.
The delegation was led jointly by Prof. Dr. UraiPanyawan Pinthong, Co-Chair for Thailand of O.P.E.N. Global Village,Prof. Dr. Michael Little Crow, Chair for the United States, Mr. Ayesha Udana Madusanda Galkissage, Project Director of Justice Program and Mr. Phobsan Ngamusawan maneger director. They were accompanied by benevolent members of the organization.
In a solemn ceremony at the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall within the Grand Palace complex, the leaders laid an elaborate floral wreath to pay homage to the Royal Remains.
Following the wreath-laying ceremony, the delegation proceeded to the Sahathai Samakhom Pavilion. There, they signed the Royal Book of Condolences, formally expressing their loyal devotion on behalf of the organization and humbly commemorating Her Majesty’s boundless and immeasurable royal grace.

-admin Grand Palace Bangkok Maverick University of Arizona #พระราชวัง 🇹🇭🇺🇸

Congratulations to Prof. Dr. Uraipanyawan Pinthong! 🌟
Warmest congratulations to Professor Dr. Uraipanyawan Pinthong on receiving the prestigious “Thai Museum Award – รางวัลพิพิธภัณฑ์ไทยสดุดี” from the Museum Association, on 14 November 2025. 🎉🏛️
This award celebrates her exceptional dedication and meaningful contributions to the museum field in Thailand. Throughout her distinguished career, Prof. Dr. Uraipanyawan has shown remarkable leadership and vision, particularly in supporting the advancement of museum studies and cultural heritage scholarship.
Her efforts have significantly strengthened Thailand’s cultural landscape, ensuring that museums continue to flourish as vibrant, educational, and inspiring spaces for the public.
We are proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement and look forward to her continued success and contributions to the museum community. ✨🙌
Congratulations once again on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉🎖️🏛️
Ajahn Bo Pinthong Spiritual-ScienceMaverick University of ArizonaMichael Little-Crow @สมาคมพิพิธภัณฑ์ไทย

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother passed away peacefully at 9.21pm on Friday at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society, the Bureau of the Royal Household announced.

In Loving Remembrance of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother
Her boundless grace, compassion, and lifelong devotion to the Thai people will forever inspire our hearts and illuminate the path of our nation with love and light.
Forever in our hearts.
Forever our beloved Queen Mother.
With deepest respect and heartfelt gratitude —
May Her Majesty rest in eternal peace.

O.P.E.N. Global Village

In the afternoon, Prof. Dr. Uraipayawan Pinthong and Mr. Ayesha Udana Madusanda Galkissage paid a special visit to the Aircraft Maintenance Department at the Excellent School of Aircraft Engineering, Khon Kaen Vocational College. The visit was part of a student exchange and academic collaboration program between the colleges. Prof. Dr. Uraipayawan was warmly welcomed by faculty members and students, and the event highlighted opportunities for knowledge sharing, hands-on learning, and strengthening educational partnerships in the field of aircraft engineering.
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Maverick University of ArizonaAjahn Bo Pinthong Spiritual-ScienceMichael Little-CrowAyesh TackyLekyang Phobsan

On October 6, 2025, Mr. Lampangphet Phanphet, Director of Khon Kaen Vocational College, assigned Mr. Suksan Wongchompoo, Deputy Director of Resource Administration, and Mr. Natthaphon Chainoi, Deputy Director of Planning and Cooperation, together with faculty members and staff of the Thai Silk Pavilion Museum, to extend a warm welcome to Professor Dr. Uraipanyawan Pinthong, Vice President and Mr. Ayesha Udana Madusanda Galkissage, Project Director of Justice Program of Maverick University of Arizona, United States of America, on the occasion of her official visit to the Thai Silk Pavilion Museum, Khon Kaen Vocational College.

During the visit, Professor Dr. Uraipanyawan toured and studied the exhibition room titled “Textiles in Buddhism,” with the objective of exploring potential avenues for supporting and promoting the conservation of Thai textiles within cultural and religious contexts.

Furthermore, Professor Dr. Uraipanyawan expressed her intention to donate funds for the procurement of air conditioning units to be installed in the “Textiles in Buddhism” exhibition room. This contribution aims to create an optimal environment for the preservation and sustainable display of Thai textiles at the Thai Silk Pavilion Museum, Khon Kaen Vocational College.
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Ajahn Bo Pinthong Spiritual-ScienceMichael Little-CrowAyesh TackyMaverick University of Arizona

MUA call all students!

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸
Today, we celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity, and the courage of those who made it possible. May this Independence Day remind us of the strength we have as a nation and the values we stand for.
Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and proud Fourth of July!
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At O.P.E.N. Global Village, we share our knowledge, extend our kindness, and stand together in support.

Moreover , we are deeply grateful to Dr. Pinthong for your outstanding leadership, commitment to goodness, and heartfelt personal donation to support Thai soldiers protecting the homeland. We also extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who participated in the trip, making it a truly memorable and impactful experience.

- O.P.E.N. Global Village

We would like to show our appreciation and give encouragement to Thai soldiers.
SuSu Tahan Thai
- O.P.E.N. Global Village

🧠📘 Workshop Highlight: Prof. Dr. Michael Little Crow
Session Title: Little Crow’s Application to Indigenous Ways of Knowing
📅 Part of the Region IX Advanced Placement Summer Institute
🕘 Featured in: How We Teach and Learn Mathematics – 9:20 AM to 10:00 AM (US Time)

Dr. Michael Little Crow’s session explored how Indigenous perspectives and cultural frameworks can transform the way we approach mathematical instruction. Emphasizing interconnectedness, narrative learning, and real-world context, this workshop offered fresh insight into inclusive and culturally responsive teaching practices.

🌱 His approach encourages educators to see math not just as numbers—but as a language connected to community, environment, and identity.

💬 Interested in bringing this kind of transformative learning to your school or district?
For collaboration, speaker requests, or professional development opportunities, please contact:

📩 O.P.E.N. Global Village
🌐 One People. Every Nation.
📧 +1480-878-8541 or DM Facebook Messger

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