On 5 June 2026, a community mental health project led by Ajarn Juthaluck Saentho of Nakhon Phanom University was recognized as a model “Mental Health Community” at the national MINDSCAPE EXPO in Bangkok.

The project, based in Ban Phueng Subdistrict, was highlighted for its community-driven approach to mental health promotion, combining academic expertise with local partnerships to improve well-being and support vulnerable groups, including older adults.