Peaceful Death is a community-based organization that cares for the well-being of Thai people at all stages of life. We produce open and accessible content, educational materials, and organize forums on life and mortality. We also advocate for the implementation of public policies that support the quality of life of terminally-ill patients. Our work is committed towards changing the landscape of Thai society towards one where a peaceful departure is possible for us all.

In partnership with committed individuals, civil society organisations, health agencies, hospitals, and local communities, we extend guidance and knowledge on end-of-life care to assist patients and their families when in health, and when the ultimate truth of life draws near.

The ethos of the “Compassionate Communities” movement is central to our work. Reckoning with loss and death are significant experiences in life; therefore, we do not believe that the responsibility of providing the conditions for a good death for terminally-ill patients is limited to the purview of family and public health professionals, but that it should be the responsibility of everyone.

Though we may not feel ourselves underprepared, we can all play a part in caring for terminally-ill members of our society within the scope of our own capabilities and responsibilities. Compelled by compassion, even the smallest acts of care can be deeply meaningful to those currently grappling in the face of great loss.

Over the years, we have seen firsthand the potential for strengthening the resilience of Thai communities and their capacity to support terminally-ill patients, families and caregivers, in many different ways. Our organization is active in all regions of Thailand, working with local communities and the health care system.

Peaceful Death was founded under the Budnet network foundation in 2011, and became an independent organization in 2017. It is primarily sponsored by the Thai Health Promotion Foundation.

Location
Bangkok, Thailand

Website
Peaceful Death