Disabled Chonburi residents were given a chance to learn a new craft at occupational training seminars offered by the Ban Suan government.
About 30 people took part in the June 25-27 and June 28-29 training sessions at the Ban Suan Child Development Center. Courses covered how to create artificial flowers and create wire sculptures.
Disabled Chonburi residents listen as Ruangpit Kankulwot lectures on how to make flowers from gossamer and paper.
Ruangpit Kankulwot lectured on making flowers from gossamer and paper while Wisut Kaewngam offered training on wire work.
Ban Suan Mayor Jakawan Tangorakorb said the disabled, if given the opportunity, can learn to make a living for themselves. The town, he added, organizes activities for disabled citizens regularly, including health checks, occupational training and supplying wheelchairs and other equipment.