How Mr. Condom Made Thailand a Better Place
Offered By: TED-Ed via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore Thailand's innovative approach to raising living standards through a captivating TED talk by Mechai Viravaidya, known as "Mr. Condom." Discover how the country implemented a bold plan starting in the 1970s, focusing on population control as the first step. Learn about the frank, humorous, and highly effective methods used to promote condom use and family planning. Gain insights into how these initiatives contributed to Thailand's improved standard of living and overall development. This 14-minute presentation, filmed at TEDxChange, offers a unique perspective on addressing social and economic challenges through unconventional yet impactful strategies.
Syllabus
How Mr. Condom made Thailand a better place - Mechai Viravaidya
Taught by
TED-Ed
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