Thai youth admirably expressed their enthusiastic response on information literacy after Thai PBS Verify opened applications for high school students (grades 10–12) in Bangkok and surrounding provinces to join the three-day, two-night workshop camp, aimed to train participants in fact-checking skills to be able to become true Fact-checkers. The camp is scheduled for August 8–10, 2025, at the Thailand Science Park, NSTDA, Pathum Thani.
Overwhelming Response: 86 Teams from 55 Schools Reflect Youth Engagement with News Literacy
On August 1, 2025, the final day of online registration, the project received an overwhelming response — 86 teams from 55 schools applied, which can be broken down as follows: Bangkok 46 teams, Pathum Thani 23 teams, Samut Prakan 10 teams, Nonthaburi 6 teams and Nakhon Pathom 1 team.
The selection committee reviewed all 86 introduction clips, finding that every team expressed strong interest and deep understanding of the importance of recognizing false information commonly found on social media.
Many clips stood out for their creativity and storytelling, demonstrating that Thai youth are highly aware, proactive, and ready to help drive society toward better resilience against misinformation.
Top 15 Teams Announced! Plus, Alternate Teams — Get Ready for an Intensive Training Camp
The selection committee has carefully evaluated the qualifications and potential of all applicants based on the announced selection criteria (total score: 100 points), including
- Interest in media literacy and fake news awareness (30 points):
Assessed from the application form and introduction video. - Teamwork skills (20 points):
Evaluated from previous group projects or teacher advice. - Communication and storytelling skills (20 points):
Considered from the introduction video or school activities. - Motivation and inspiration (20 points):
Judged from the applicant’s statement of purpose. - Regional representation and school diversity (10 points):
Ensure fair geographic distribution and diversity among schools.
After a thorough and intensive evaluation process, the committee has selected 15 outstanding teams to participate in the “Thai PBS Verify Youth Camp: Shaping Thinkers to Conquer Fake News, Gen 1.” (Teams are listed in no order of score.)
| No. | Name Team | School | Province |
| 1 | Kham Kling Tung Ting Sam Khon (“Three Jokers”) | Triam Udom Suksa Pattanakarn Pathum Thani School | Pathum Thani |
| 2 | JTS official (just think & solve) | Nawaminthrachinuthit Suankularb Wittayalai
Samut Prakan School |
Samut Prakan |
| 3 | RockDaTeam | Na Luang School | Bangkok |
| 4 | Snack Attack | Pom Nakharach Sawatyanon School | Samut Prakan School |
| 5 | Kru Ben Sang Lui (“Teacher Ben Says Go!”) | Phothisarn Pittayakorn School | Bangkok |
| 6 | HALLWAY | Ban Bangkapi Secondary School | Bangkok |
| 7 | MTN Taweewattana | Puranavas Secondary School | Bangkok |
| 8 | Sangkeet Seekers | Sangkheet Wittaya Secondary School, Bangkok | Pathum Thani |
| 9 | Triangle | Rattanakosin Sompoch Bangkhen School | Bangkok |
| 10 | RB TEAM | Rajini Bon School | Bangkok |
| 11 | Je t’aime Team | Suankularb Wittayalai Rangsit School | Pathum Thani |
| 12 | Prasarnmit Conquers Fake News | Srinakharinwirot University Demonstration School Prasarnmit (Secondary Division) | Bangkok |
| 13 | zerogo | Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University Demonstration School | Bangkok |
| 14 | Amity | Horwang School | Bangkok |
| 15 | Pedproducktion
(Duck Production) |
Assumption Thonburi School | Bangkok |
List of Alternate Teams (5 Teams):
Due to the high number of outstanding applicants who met the selection criteria beyond the available slots, the organizing committee has designated five alternate teams as follows:
Alternate 1: Triam Udom Suksa Pattanakarn Pathum Thani School — (Team Wongnai Maimed)
Alternate 2: Rattanakosin Sompoch Bangkhen School — (Team 3 Girls)
Alternate 3: Luang Phor Pan Khlong Dan Anusorn School — (Team KAIYOR PRODUCTION)
Alternate 4: Pathumwilai School — Team Hon Chingcha Sawan (Team Hone Ching Cha Sawan)
Alternate 5: St. Francis Xavier Convent School — (Team Deadline is Calling)
The top 15 selected teams have priority to confirm their participation first. If any team declines, the organizing committee will invite the next team from the alternate list in order.
The organizing team will contact each selected team via the registered phone number to confirm participation by Saturday, August 2, 2025.
After confirmation, detailed activity information and schedules will be sent to participants via the registered email address.
For full project details, please visit: www.thaipbs.or.th/VerifyYouthCamp2025
Intensive Activities to Build “Thinkers Who Conquer Fake News”
The “Thai PBS Verify Youth Camp” program is designed to help young participants learn and practice essential skills through a series of dynamic, hands-on activities, including
- Workshop Camp: August 8–10, 2025 (3 Days, 2 Nights)
Venue: Thailand Science Park, NSTDA, Pathum Thani
Participants will learn directly from experts about questioning techniques, news analysis, and fact-checking methods, as well as creative and responsible digital media use.
At the end of the program, participants will receive a certificate of completion.
- Short Video Production Contest (Vertical) — “Campaign for Misinformation Awareness”
Camp participants will apply the knowledge gained to create short, vertical videos that effectively communicate awareness about misinformation in a creative and engaging way — aligned with the media consumption habits of today’s generation.
The contest will culminate on September 4, 2025, where winners will be announced. Scholarships will total over 30,000 baht, along with certificates and trophies.
Thai PBS Verify Praises Thai Youth — See You Again Next Year!
Thai PBS Verify extends heartfelt thanks and admiration to all students from schools across Bangkok and the surrounding provinces for their enthusiastic participation in the “Thai PBS Verify Youth Camp: Shaping Thinkers to Conquer Fake News, Gen 1.”
Every submitted video reflected the participants’ dedication, creativity, communication potential, and strong awareness of media literacy and fact-checking. We hope this project serves as a significant starting point in strengthening youth resilience against misinformation — having critical thinking when consuming media, and taking part in driving Thai society to free from fake news sustainable.
For Those Who Missed the Opportunity — Don’t Be Discouraged!
Stay tuned for news and upcoming activities next year that will continue to help strengthen your media and misinformation literacy skills in creative ways.
Follow “Thai PBS Verify — Fact-checking Fake News, Filtering Real News” on all online platforms to stay updated!
✴️ Website: www.thaipbs.or.th/Verify
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For more information, please contact:
■ Phone: 086-329-1695 (Ms. Busarakham)
■ Email: VerifyCamp@thaipbs.or.th
