Can I apply for a one year non-O multiple entry visa for volunteering outside Thailand?

I have heard conflicting information regarding the one year non-O multiple entry visa for volunteers and would like help clearing it up (all of these scenarios assume you have the proper paperwork and meet the requirements)

- Some say that with new regulations this year, Thai embassies around the world have quit granting 1 year non-O visas, and that you can now only apply for that in Thailand?

- Others have said that you can apply for the 1 year non-O outside of Thailand, but only at the Thai embassy in your passport country.

- And finally, I have also heard that there are several Thai embassies around the world that still give 1 year non-O visas, but it just depends on the country.

Could anyone clear this up for me? Thank you so much for your help and time!