I’ve been wanting to share a lot more here about the people and stories I find truly fascinating and inspiring, and first on that list is someone very unique that I’d like to shine a spotlight on: Dwight Turner of In Search of Sanuk, who is working hard to help asylum-seeking urban refugees in Bangkok’s slums.

For a majority of people born in the West, into a middle-class family, with decent education, it has never been easier to grab the reins and create the life you want. But unfortunately, the reality is that a large population of disadvantaged refugees and victims of other socio-economic circumstances are not so fortunate. Read my friend Ryan’s account of life as a refugee.

Dwight Turner, founder of In Search Of Sanuk—a grassroots volunteer organization here in Bangkok—shares a guest post on how you can radically transform the way you think about giving and make social change a priority in your life.

Last month at Lub*D Hostel was such a huge success—the staff was tremendously accommodating, you guys helped us break the bar sales record for the second time, we raised a lot of donations for In Search of Sanuk, and everyone seemed to love the venue—so this week we’re returning again to Silom to have one more party at Lub*D before [...]

It’s important to acknowledge those who help foster your abilities and empower you to pursue the life you want. This Thanksgiving I wanted to share my gratitude to my many teachers, mentors, role models, and friends who have influenced my life and given me their support.

On November 6, Bangkok’s Twitterati gave us yet another fabulous meetup. Thanks to all of you, more than 50 or 60 people were in attendance and we raised a total of 4,700 Baht for charity! Special thanks go to Lub D hostel for providing us with a great venue and making a wonderful night possible. We set the bar sales [...]

Volunteering with children throughout Thailand is only activity I’ve found yet that is guaranteed to keep a smile on my face. These are some of the most disenfranchised kids on earth, but they exude happiness and love. Find children in need. Go and give your time generously.

We’re raising money for Baan Dada and Baan Unrak at our Bangkok Twestival event this Friday the 11th. Bookmark http://twestival.scribblelive.com/Bangkok to catch our tweets live! This is also a place you can post your pictures and links to the event. All you have to do is tweet it using the hashtag #Lush2 or post it directly to the Bangkok scribblelive page. [...]