Khun Ja and PSC celebrate the New Year

Written By Unknown on Wednesday, 30 January 2013 | 23:37

by William Macey

It was the weekend between Christmas and New Year, and it is about one year since Khun Ja found suitable premises that could accommodate a centre for abused children, the Anti-Human Trafficking and Child Abuse Center (ATCC), so a good excuse for a party, but Thais do not really need an excuse.

From modest beginnings and with the generosity of various groups including Pattaya Sports Club (PSC), it is growing into a compact family unit and safe haven for those children at risk and they can always count on the broad shoulders of Khun Ja.

Following an introduction by PSC, one person has been particularly generous and has personally contributed to the expansion of ATCC. Nigel Oakes has provided funds to build another house, a monthly allowance for Khun Ja to buy food and supplies for a year and, being that time of year that farangs celebrate events that occurred 2012 years ago and everyone in Thailand celebrates the coming of New Year, Nigel provided funds for the children to have a party. Thais enjoy a party and Thai children are no exception.

Another charity group in Sriracha wanted to be part of this festive event and brought along some guests and presents for all the children. Everyone was blessed with the arrival of some monks who seemed to enjoy the event as much as everyone.

Music was played throughout and games were played with an energy that would have left the adults exhausted.

Prizes were won, the food was excellent and sufficient to sustain everyone all evening. I think the children are looking forward, in anticipation, to a repeat next year or even next week given the opportunity.

If anyone would like to make a donation to the ATCC please contact Khun Ja or William at PSC: 086 152 2754.