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Dhammajarinee Witthaya School has received national and international recognition for its impact in education, leadership, and the empowerment of underserved girls.

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Selected Honors

• Most Admirable Order of the Direkgunabhorn (Fifth Class) (2017)
  Conferred by His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn for distinguished service and societal contribution

• Royal School Recognition – Ministry of Education, Thailand (2016)
  Royal award bestowed under the patronage of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, recognizing excellence in primary education​

• Girls Opportunity Alliance – Featured Organization (2022, 2026)
  Recognized by the Obama Foundation for advancing girls’ education and empowerment

• Asia Venture Philanthropy Network – High Impact Organization (2025)
  Recognized for delivering measurable social impact in education and community development

• Playing For Change Foundation – Program Partner (2025-present)
  Selected as one of 37 global programs partnering with the Playing For Change Foundation to advance music and arts education for social impact.

• Soho House Foundation – Selected Project (2025)
  Selected as one of four global projects removing barriers to creativity for underserved youth

• Microsoft Thailand – Recognition for AI in Education (2026)
  Recognized as a national model for integrating AI to expand equitable learning opportunities

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Leadership Recognition

Honors awarded to the School Director, Dr. Aunampai Passakchai​

• Sema Dharma Seminary Award – HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn (2019)
  Awarded for outstanding contributions to Buddhism and values-based education

• Zonta International Centennial Recognition Award (2020)
  Recognizing leadership in advancing gender equality and opportunities for underserved girls

• World of Difference Award (Education) – International Alliance for Women (2023)
  Honoring contributions to women’s economic empowerment through education

• Outstanding Women Award – Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, Thailand (2021)Awarded for leadership as the founder of Dhammajarinee Witthaya School, providing a safe home and continuous education for vulnerable girls.

• Outstanding Women in Buddhism Award – World Bhikkhuni Association (2017)

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