At the event, representatives from the Social Security Office also shared useful information on social security coverage to help driver-partners better understand their rights and privileges. The first round of scholarships was awarded in May this year, to 100 children of Grab’s driver-partners. Aumpun Thuvavit, Deputy Secretary-General of the Social Security Office said: “We are truly glad that Grab Thailand is piloting this initiative by encouraging its driver-partners to apply for social security under Section 40 and supporting the drivers’ social security contributions. “We also appreciate Grab’s invitation for our Social Security specialist to give a lecture today to encourage independent contractors to be in the social security system under Section 40. “The insured will receive welfare benefits including compensation for medical expenses, accidents leading to disabilities, and more social security coverage.

Source: The Nation Bangkok December 20, 2018 05:48 UTC