Theme: Perfectly Imperfect

Perfection" is something every human tries to achieve. However, in the pursuit of perfection, many people forget their own value or true selves along the way, trying to become their ideal "perfect person." In reality, "perfection" does not exist. Being imperfect is normal and even beautiful. Because we are human, we are imperfect, we make mistakes, and we always have room for growth. This very truth makes each person unique and beautiful in their own way.

50th Conference Hall, Faculty of Political Science, Chiang Mai University
239, Huay Kaew Road, Muang District
Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai, 50200
Thailand

Anawat Wisetborisut

Doctor and Professor

Assoc.Prof. Anawat Wisetborisut (Prof.Champ) holds the position of Director of the Office of Educational Quality Development at Chiang Mai University and concurrently serves as Acting Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the same university. He has extensive experience in family medicine practice and conducting population-level health research. Besides, he also teaches medical students and physicians about family health care and family problem-solving strategies. He also serves as an advisor to student organizations and clubs, supporting student health development and work planning. In addition, he is also an expert in organizational quality development and organizational strategy planning, an assessor for the National Quality Award, the leader of the EdPEx assessment team, and a lecturer in organizational management for medical professors and lecturers at Chiang Mai University.

Apichoke Prasertrungreung

Entrepreneur

Khun Dim Sum is a successful entrepreneur in the luggage deposit and transportation business, real estate, and investment sectors. He began his entrepreneurial journey while still a university student. In the past, Khun Dim Sum struggled academically and didn’t fit the societal mold of a “successful” person. Despite his efforts to improve through intensive studying and tutoring, his academic results were still unsatisfactory. The turning point came when he participated in a program that provided him with valuable experiences. This shapes him into the accomplished entrepreneur he is today.

Chatwiboon Peijsel

Psychology Professor

Asst. Prof. Dr. Chatwiboon Paizel is a proficient scholar in the field of relationships and love. She teaches psychology and love studies at the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Humanities, Chiang Mai University. Her course is popular among students as it helps them gain a deeper understanding of love and relationships. Dr. Chatwiboon has participated in discussions with well-known writer Niu Glom on the topic "How to Love for a Happy Heart with Niu Glom." She has also appeared on the Chiang Mai University Today program, “จารย์ว่าไง - Jarn Wa Ngai?” in Episode 2 on TikTok. Additionally, she has served as a speaker for the online training session "Quality of Love: Loving in the Era of Diversity and Equality," a topic highly relevant in today’s society. Moreover, Dr. Chatwiboon is also the author of the 2021 research paper "The Relationship Between Mindfulness and Emotional Resilience."

Note Panayanggool

Environmental Activist

Notep, or Note Panayanggool, is a Thai artist, musician, and environmental conservationist who aims to help people reconnect with themselves, others, and nature. She began her musical journey as a singer in 2010 and expanded into creating music for conservation, installing art pieces, and creating deeply engaging experiences. Notep is passionate about recording sounds from nature, sound therapy, and blending traditional instruments with modern technology and music. She also founded “High On Your Own Supply,” an organization that promotes sustainability and self-reliance, and works with local youth on Koh Tao island. Additionally, she serves as a local ambassador for Coral Gardeners and collaborates with the Green World Foundation on projects that use music to build connections between people and nature.

Sharjeel Shakeel

Air Quality Specialist

Sharjeel Shakeel is a dedicated professional in air quality management and a Master’s student at Chiang Mai University. Growing up in a financially constrained family as the youngest of five, Sharjeel learned resilience early in life. Despite facing health crises, financial challenges, and rejections, he pursued his dreams with relentless determination. Sharjeel is passionate about educating others on air quality and has led workshops alongside university professors, empowering communities to engage in air quality monitoring. His journey—from battling health issues to earning a prestigious scholarship—serves as a testament to the power of persistence and self-belief.

Sirisak Chaited

Human Rights Activist

Khun Ton Sirisak Chaithes, a human rights advocate, grew up in a Vietnamese-Chinese Catholic family. During his childhood, Khun Ton faced bullying and discrimination based on his gender, racial differences, and physical appearance, as Khun Ton was born without hair. These experiences shaped his awareness of the importance of human rights and became a driving force behind his commitment to advocating for the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, sex workers, and other human rights issues. Khun Ton’s dedication to these causes continues to this day.

Suphattra Pinthong

Influencer

She is currently a famous actress, model, moderator, net idol, singer, influencer, life coach and love guru who has gone through various experiences. She started from being a supporting actor and gradually rose up to be the main cast appearing on billboards. She had experience in acting in dramas, series and films and then transitioned to become the influencer that she had always dreamed of till today. She uses her freedom of thought and creativity to create comedic content that encourages everyone to have more self-confidence. With her life experience from various perspectives that she believe it could benefit her followers, she currently create the podcast “คุยกับเขือ” which focuses on sharing knowledge and experience she has had on self-development, love and relationship and other aspects that Ma Keua is interested to the followers with the intention to support them to become the better version of themselves.

Sureeporn Inmuang

English Teacher

An English teacher and content creator who grew up in challenging circumstances and didn't have the opportunity to study abroad like others. Despite these obstacles, Teacher Waan committed herself to developing English skills through practice and embracing every mistake as an important lesson. Currently, she inspires Thai students by sharing her journey and proving that fluent English speaking doesn't need to be perfect - just requires consistent effort. Her success includes building an online community with more than three million followers and helping numerous students gain confidence in English communication regardless of their background or limitations.