Surin school criticised for inviting controversial figure to teach morality at student camp

A school in Surin province has faced criticism for inviting a controversial figure with a history of mental health issues and social threats to teach morality to over 900 students participating in a camp. Netizens and students alike have expressed concern over the school’s decision, questioning the background checks conducted on the individual.

The incident came to light after the Surin Youth for Democracy group posted about it on social media, revealing that the school had organised a “Buddhist Virtue Camp” for 7th-grade and 10th-grade students. The camp aimed to develop desirable qualities in students through various activities. However, concerns were raised about the school’s choice of speaker, known as ‘K Roi Lan.’ The…