You're Invited!
15th Multidisciplinary Research Conference on
Functional Literacy in the 21st Century: Innovations for Inclusive and Lifelong Learning

Date: December 19 - 22, 2025
Venue: Minh Toan Galaxy Hotel, Danang, Vietnam
Hosted by: ICEPD Thailand

Conference Theme:

Empowering Communities Through Functional Literacy: Connecting Education, Economy, and Society

Join educators, researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners in a global dialogue on transformative innovations in functional literacy. This international conference highlights the powerful role of literacy in fostering inclusive education, sustainable livelihoods, and community development.

Highlighted Subtopics:

1. Bridging the Gap: Digital Functional Literacy for Marginalized Communities in a Tech-Driven World

2. From Classroom to Livelihood: Integrating Functional Literacy into TVET and Community-Based Education

3. Literacy Beyond Letters: Innovative Multilingual and Multimodal Approaches for Inclusive Learning

4. Lifelong Learning Ecosystems: Policy and Practice for Sustainable Functional Literacy

Disciplines Covered:

DepEd and CHED-related fields including:

Educational Technology

TLE & TVET

Community Development

Multilingual & Indigenous Peoples Education

Educational Leadership

Curriculum and Instruction ...and more!

Who Should Join?

DepEd Teachers & Administrators

Higher Education Faculty & Leaders

Researchers, Policy Advocates, and Development Professionals

TVET & ALS Educators

Graduate Students and Community Leaders

Present your research, share best practices, and collaborate across disciplines!
Stay tuned to our official website and Facebook page – ICEPD Thailand – for registration and abstract submission updates.

Email: icepdthailand425@gmail.com
Contact: 0659352242
Website: icepd.org
Facebook: ICEPD Thailand

Truly Honored and Excited! I am deeply grateful to the Bunditpatanasilpa Institute of Fine Arts for the kind invitation to serve as a guest lecturer at their prestigious National and International Academic Research Conference this coming July 25–26, 2025. As the Executive Director of ICEPD Thailand, I am honored to be given the opportunity to speak on the theme "Creative Research Strengthens the Economy with Cultural Capital." This is not only a privilege, but also a meaningful and inspiring challenge in my journey as an educator and researcher. I look forward to learning from, sharing with, and connecting to passionate minds from around the world as we celebrate creativity, cultural heritage, and academic excellence. Thank you for this invaluable opportunity!

We are deeply honored and grateful to the Bunditpatanasilpa Institute of Fine Arts for inviting ICEPD Thailand to be a valued partner in the prestigious International and National Research Presentation, held in celebration of the Royal Coronation of His Majesty King Mahavajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua. This partnership is a meaningful recognition of ICEPD Thailand’s continued commitment to promoting excellence in creative research, cultural preservation, and global collaboration. It is a privilege for our organization to be included in such a significant academic and cultural event that bridges tradition with innovation.

We commend the Bunditpatanasilpa Institute for their inspiring theme, “Creative Research Strengthens the Economy with Cultural Capital,” which resonates deeply with our vision for sustainable development through the arts and education. ICEPD Thailand is proud to contribute to this endeavor by supporting academic exchanges and fostering research that uplifts cultural heritage. Once again, thank you for this invaluable opportunity to stand beside leading institutions and scholars in shaping a culturally enriched and economically empowered future.

Virtual Meeting with the Dean and Deputy Dean of the College of Communication Arts, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University In preparation for future international conferences and collaborative research innovations, a virtual meeting will be held to formalize the partnership between Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, ICEPD Thailand, and ICEPD Philippines through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This strategic collaboration includes co-hosting an international conference in April 2026, and facilitating the publication of selected research papers in a peer-reviewed journal of Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE BEST ORAL PRESENTERS of the 14TH GLOBAL MULTIDISCIPLINARY CONFERENCE ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE April 30 – May 4, 2025 | Bangkok, Thailand

THEME: Research and Leadership in the Digital Era: Harnessing the Power of AI to Transform Education

The International Cross-Cultural Exchange and Professional Development (ICEPD) proudly honors the exceptional presenters whose research and insights exemplify innovation, leadership, and transformative impact in the field of Artificial Intelligence.

We celebrate your outstanding achievements and valuable contributions to global education and research.

Coming Up Next


#TatakNCF | Bringing forth the #NCFEducationxInnovation in the southeast Asian academic communities, award-winning researchers of the Naga College Foundation, Inc. (NCF) discussed their research on the 'Alignment of NCF Community Extension Program along with Sustainable Development Goals' on October 13, 2024, at Batam Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia.

Such brilliant research meticulously written by Dr. Josephine Francia R. Villanueva, Dean and Assistant Vice President for Graduate Studies, Dr. Onward O. Ognita, Dean of the College of Teacher Education (CTED), and Dr. Fausto C. Romero, Jr., Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), was presented in the 11th International Multidisciplinary Conference in Education, Tourism, Environmental Science, and Technology, where it clinched the First Best Poster Presentation and the Second Best Paper Presentation.

In December 2023, the same team of researchers also bagged the second-best abstract paper and third-best poster presentation during the 6th International Research Conference on Multidisciplinary Learning: Exploring Languages. Authorship and Publishing, Business, Technology, Culture, and Society held at Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, following their research presentation on the 'Level of Support of Deans and Directors in the Attainment of Institutional Goals and Their Manifestation.'

The entire community of champions extends its warmest felicitations to Dr. Villanueva, Dr. Ognita, and Dr. Romero for their unwavering commitment to the pursuit of excellence and prominence in the fields of research, education, innovation, and internationalization.

Congratulations! The NCF community is thrilled with these great achievements!

#NCF77LeapingIntoTheFuture
#NCFEducationxInnovation
#NCFHomeoftheChampions

Activities

ICEPD Thailand has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Peace R.A. Co. Ltd., based in Akayama Kawaguchi, Saitama, Tokyo, Japan, to advance future projects and foster collaboration. The signing ceremony was graced by Ms. Rei Suzuki, Director of Peace R.A. Co. Ltd., alongside Ms. Jidapa Nettheera, ICEPD Thailand's Internal Linkages and Marketing Director, and Mr. Pratchanunkon Sookasem, ICT Director.

Wishing us all success and great opportunities ahead!

MOU Signing with Batam Tourism Polytechnic and Institut Tecnologi Batam

Future academic collaboration in tourism and MICE.

We are delighted to be in partnership in this institutions in Batam, Indonesia.

The International Cross-Cultural Exchange and Professional Development (ICEPD) Thailand proudly invites educators, researchers, and leaders from public and private institutions to the Global Multidisciplinary Conference on Artificial Intelligence—a pioneering event dedicated to reshaping education, research, classroom practices, management, and leadership through AI.

Dates: April 30 – May 4, 2025

Venue: Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Bangkok, Thailand

Conference Theme:

“Research and Leadership in the Digital Age: Leveraging AI to Transform Education”

Meeting with the newly appointed Director of Suphanburi College of Dramatic Arts to discuss the integration of incoming intern students and explore collaboration opportunities for the upcoming and future international conferences. Looking forward to fostering meaningful partnerships and expanding global engagement in the arts and education!

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