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Our Background

Arin Thongtang (In)

I am an ordinary boy who is deeply in love with animals. I have taken care of dogs, chickens, rabbits, fish, hedgehog, hamsters, and lizards. I hold a deep affinity for reptiles. I have raised tortoises and freshwater turtles, even constructing ponds at home to nurture them. My house is located in Central Bangkok, Thailand, but it often welcomes unwanted visitors like geckos, snakes and the Common Water Monitor.  After visiting the Koh Man Nai Sea Turtle Conservation Center, I am motivated to transform my personal interest in animal care into a meaningful contribution to society and the environment. This sanctuary has nurtured tens of thousands of hatchlings and provided care and rehabilitation for injured turtles, with its initiation dating back to the Queen of the Ninth Reign in 1975.

​I gained invaluable insights into the challenges faced by sea turtles and the center's commendable efforts. This experience ignited within me the desire to initiate a public awareness project, fostering change and enlightening others about these magnificent creatures. Sea turtles are my very first passion project, brimming with enthusiasm. 

Education

2011 - present

Shrewsbury International School, Riverside, Bangkok, Thailand

I am a sixth-form student at Shrewsbury International School, Riverside Bangkok. I am hardworking, energetic, and approach tasks with a positive attitude. Additionally, I actively participate in several school sports teams, such as U19 Volleyball, Volleyball Varsity, Basketball, and Badminton. I also hold the position of House Captain.

Extracurricular Activities

Year 10 - Year 11

Year 11

Year 11

Year 7 - Year 10

Year 7 - Year 11

Member of the JV Basketball team

Member of the Junior Varsity Volleyball team

Member of the FOBISIA Volleyball U19 team

Member of the Volleyball team

Badminton Singles School team

School Role

Sixth Form

House Captain

School Awards

December 2023

Received Floreat recognition from the school for my initiation in the Zero Starving Sea Turtle project.

Year 11

1st place in House Music Competition

Year 11

Sport Excellence Awards 2024 Breakthrough U19 Boys Basketball

Year 11

Sport Excellence Awards 2024 Breakthrough U19 Boys Badminton

October 2024

Received the Floreat token for the second time, recognizing my understanding and appreciation of flourishing at Shrewsbury while encouraging others to do the same; this award follows my first-place win in the national SRC competition and an honorable mention from the World Bank.

Supracurricular Activities

Dec 2022 - Present

Founder

Below the Tides

Established and lead a marine conservation organization dedicated to protecting and preserving marin ecosystems.

July 2023 - Present

Volunteer Tutor

Sor So Foundation, Thailand

Provide educational support and mentorship to underprivileged children every Sunday afternoon on a mat laid on the pavement under a bridge.

National Sport Excellence

2024

The Thailand Volleyball Assoication

Assistant Coach

Assistant Coach for the U19 Boys National Volleyball Team under the auspices of the Thailand Volleyball Association

Key Achievements

15 July 2024

Speaker, National Geographic Photo Ark Exhibition

US Embassy, Thailand

Invited by the US Embassy in Thailand to present on "Engaging Youth in Conservation: Initiatives and Inspirations" at the first-ever National Geographic Photo Ark exhibition in Thailand.

7 September 2024

Recipient of Certificate of Appreciation

Governor of Samut Songkram

Received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Governor of Samut Songkram for the AI initiative "Echoes of the Past: Sustainable Heritage Tourism," which integrates local history with modern technology.

23 September 2024

Thai Parliament

21 October 2024

Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment

Youth Delegate

Had the honor of being the only youth group invited to witness and exhibit our conservation efforts at the Thai Parliament event. We presented initiatives aligned with the Parliament’s sustainability goals, demonstrating the importance of youth engagement in environmental advocacy.

Recipient of the Gold Ocean Conservationist Medal

Awarded for exceptional contributions to marine and coastal conservation.

National Academic Achievements

April 2024

The Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology, Thailand.

1st Place Winner

Achieved 1st place out of 32 finalists in the high-school level category of the National 2024 Student Research Competition organized by the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology, Thailand.

May 2024

Chiang Mai University, Thailand

Honorable Mention

Developed a transformative proposal under the initiative “Echoes of the Past: Sustainable Heritage Tourism” to introduce a sustainable travel model in Samut Songkhram, focusing on minimizing carbon footprints and integrating advanced technologies.

June 2024

The World Bank Thailand

Honorable Mention

Earned an honorable mention from the World Bank's Thailand Young Economist Contest for my short video on "Building Tomorrow: Unlocking the Economic Potential of Thailand's Secondary Cities for the Youth."

August 2024

The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, Thailand

Finalist

Competed in creating a short video titled "Bridge Beyond Borders," centered on the theme "Young Generation Makes a Better Society," in the category for individuals under 18 years old, and advanced to the final round. I served as the head of the production team and an actor.

August 2024

The Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) in Bangkok

Gold Medalist

Participated in a poster presentation on our research titled "Green Secrets Unveiled: Probing Carbon Storage and Assessing Footprint in Living Spaces" at the Academic Conference and Research Presentation (ACRP), organized by the GATE Program at Suankularb Wittayalai in collaboration with the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) in Bangkok. Among 68 poster presentations, our team earned the gold medal.

August 2024

Department of Climate Change and Environment, Thailand

Project Lead

Innovated a low-carbon solution using areca palm husk, titled 'From Waste to Growth: Enhancing Sustainable Gardening with Areca Palm Husk Pots, Nutrient-Rich Medium, Natural Pest Control, Husk Shade, and Solar-Powered Innovations' at the Youth Climate Innovators 2024. This project showcased creativity and potential impact in sustainable gardening practices.

International Academic Achievements

April 2024

Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment Program (GLOBE) - NASA

Research Presenter

My research, titled 'Green Secrets Unveiled: Probing Carbon Storage and Assessing Footprint in Living Spaces,' was published on www.globe.gov and presented at the GLOBE Program's International Virtual Science Symposium in 2024. The symposium received submissions of 285 student reports from 30 countries. I am proud to share that my work was among the 125 reports that received high scores.

July 2024

The 27th IUPAC International Conference on Chemistry Education

Gold Medalist

Our oral presentation titled 'Green Secrets Unveiled: Probing Carbon Storage and Assessing Footprint in Living Spaces' earned us a gold medal at the high-school level in the Science Projects in Schools Showcase.

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