Journal of Contemporary Buddhist Society = JCBS

BUILDING IMMUNITY AND INCREASING THE CAPACITY OF SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL TO GENERATE ELECTRICITY IN TAK PROVINCE

2026-05-02T14:31:15+07:00

This research aimed to: 1) examine approaches to building community resilience, as well as the benefits and potential impacts that people may receive from future electricity generation from municipal solid waste; and 2) promote participatory resilience, public understanding, and awareness of environmental and pollution-related impacts among local communities. This study employed a qualitative research design using participatory action research as the main research approach.

The target groups consisted of residents living in Mueang Tak District, covering all 11 subdistricts. Participants included four focus groups of residents, with eight participants in each group, totaling 32 participants; two groups of local leaders, with eight participants in each group, totaling 16 participants; and five stakeholder groups, with 10 participants in each group, totaling 50 participants. The research instruments and methods included focus group discussions, collaborative activities, interview forms, questionnaires, SWOT analysis, and public forums.

The findings revealed that building resilience regarding the benefits and impacts of electricity generation from municipal solid waste consisted of three key dimensions. First, resilience through participatory processes, or Social License to Operate, requires community participation from the planning stage through technology selection and monitoring. Second, technological resilience requires the selection of technology appropriate to the types of waste in the local area, together with the installation of air pollution control systems that comply with established standards. Third, resilience through community funds and welfare mechanisms is essential for returning benefits to communities surrounding the power plant, particularly in education, public health, and electricity cost reduction for local residents.

The body of knowledge derived from this research indicates that the family institution is a key mechanism for establishing social norms, especially in waste separation. Public participation also helps reduce mistrust toward government projects. Sustainable resilience for future waste-to-energy power plants depends on a transparent and accountable relationship between the power plant and the community, with the family serving as the foundation for cultivating new environmental values.

MEDITATION 4: DEVELOPMENT OF A CURRICULUM TO ENHANCE DEVELOPMENT AND PREVENT CHILDREN FROM USING SMARTPHONES AS A NANNY IN THE TAK OK SUBDISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, BAN TAK DISTRICT, TAK PROVINCE

2026-05-23T18:41:44+07:00

This research aims to 1) study the Bhavana 4 model and its impact on physical, emotional-mental, social, and intellectual learning development; 2) develop learning activities for early childhood development centers; and 3) promote the strengthening of the “Bovorn” (Home, Temple, School) network in preventing children from using smartphones as nannies. This is a mixed-method research study, comprising quantitative research. The research employed questionnaires administered to a population of 100 individuals and qualitative research through in-depth interviews with 10 key informants. Data was analyzed using percentages, means (), standard deviations (S.D.), and content analysis

The research findings revealed

Overall, opinions regarding curriculum development were at a high level. The aspects with the highest means in each area were: development of play equipment and skill-enhancing devices (= 4.45), educational games to stimulate analytical thinking (= 4.30), and children's curiosity and willingness to ask questions ( = 4.21), respectively.
Regarding the Fourfold Meditation model and learning, the Fourfold Meditation (body, morality, mind, wisdom) directly aligned with early childhood development. Body meditation helps develop motor skills and health; morality meditation fosters discipline and social interaction; mind meditation enhances concentration and emotional control; and wisdom meditation promotes analytical thinking and problem-solving, serving as an important safeguard to reduce reliance on smartphone screens.
Regarding learning activities... The Early Childhood Development Center has integrated the 2017 Early Childhood Education Curriculum with Executive Function (EF) skills through six core activities, emphasizing the creation of "play spaces" instead of "screens," focusing on enabling children to be self-reliant and interact with their real environment.

4. Regarding the "Bovorn" network, the most effective prevention of smartphone addiction in children stems from the collaborative efforts of the home (parents as role models in reducing media use), the temple (a center for volunteer activities and meditation), and the school/early childhood development center (a source for disseminating media literacy skills). The temple serves as a central hub for providing alternative activities that draw children away from the virtual world into the real world.

UTILIZATION AND SATISFACTION OF STUDENTS AT THE THAILAND NATIONAL SPORTS UNIVERSITY PHETCHABUN CAMPUS, IN USING THE INSTITUTION’S OFFICIAL FACEBOOK PAGE

2026-04-27T18:53:14+07:00

This research article aimed to: 1) examine the level of students’ utilization of public relations information; 2) investigate students’ satisfaction with public relations communication; and 3) analyze the relationship between students’ utilization of public relations information and their satisfaction. This study employed a quantitative research design. The sample consisted of 385 first- to third-year students in the academic year 2025, selected through purposive sampling. The research instrument was a questionnaire. The data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and Pearson’s product-moment correlation coefficient.

The research findings revealed that:

The majority of respondents were male students (59.5%), studying in their second year (35.1%), and enrolled in the Physical Education program (83.4%)
The overall level of students’ utilization of public relations information through the institution’s Facebook page was high (= 3.81). The aspect with the highest mean score was utilization for satisfying the need to be informed about current events (= 3.98), whereas the aspect with the lowest mean score was utilization for satisfying the need for participation (= 3.60).
The overall level of students’ satisfaction with public relations communication through the institution’s Facebook page was high (= 3.94). The aspect with the highest mean score was satisfaction with various types of information presented on the Facebook fan page (= 3.95). The aspects with the lowest mean scores were satisfaction with the presentation of information through various forms of multimedia on the Facebook fan page and satisfaction with the convenience, timeliness, and interaction between page administrators and visitors (= 3.94).
The utilization of public relations information was positively correlated at a high level with students’ satisfaction toward public relations communication through the institution’s Facebook page, with statistical significance at the .01 level.

The findings indicate that enhancing the quality of public relations communication through the institution’s Facebook page in terms of content, presentation formats, and interactive engagement can effectively increase both students’ utilization of public relations information and their satisfaction.

APPROACHES TO DEVELOPING AND PROMOTING FAITH-BASED TOURISM.

2026-05-09T14:31:58+07:00

This article aims to study the development and the promotion of the faith-based tourism. It is a study of superstitious/occult faith-based tourism titled as the Mutelu trend. The sample sites comprise the top 10 most popular sacred sites in Bangkok. The researcher employed a qualitative research method by conducting in-depth interviews with purposive stakeholders to obtain authentic information from representatives of each sector related to the top 10 sacred sites in Bangkok. A total of 20 individuals from 5 groups provided data, and content analysis was used to analyze the data. The research findings revealed that the 10 sacred sites in Bangkok possess unique sacredness and specific beliefs; are located in central city areas with easy access via BTS/MRT and public transportation; offer clear religious activities and rituals; and have well-developed infrastructure due to their location in major urban and economic hubs. Atmosphere and belief are key factors in creating a faith-based experience, differentiating them from general tourism Improvements are needed in managing tourist density, systematic information communication (as some sites still rely on word-of-mouth or continuous publicity), and area organization during festivals. However, further development is needed in sustainable management, the use of digital media for communication, and linking faith-based tourism routes. But the execution should not overly superstitious.

DEVELOPMENT OF ENGLISH WRITING SKILLS THROUGH MIND MAPPING AMONG FIRST-YEAR B.Ed. ENGLISH PROGRAM STUDENTS, FACULTY OF EDUCATION, MAHACHULALONGKORNRAJAVIDYALAYA UNIVERSITY, THAILAND

2026-05-31T23:56:31+07:00

The objectives of this study were: (1) To study the general English writing skills of first-year B.Ed. English Program students, Faculty of Education, Mahachulalongkorn rajavidyalaya University, Thailand. (2) To develop and implement mind mapping for improving English writing skills among first-year B.Ed. English Program students, Faculty of Education, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Thailand. (3) To evaluate the effects of mind mapping on the English writing skills of first-year B.Ed. English Program students, Faculty of Education, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Thailand. (4) To investigate the perceptions and satisfaction among first-year B.Ed. English Program students, Faculty of Education, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Thailand. This study employed a Research and Development (R&D) methodology consisting of four phases. The sample group consisted of 20 first-year B.Ed. English Program students selected by purposive sampling. The research instruments included an English writing pretest and posttest, a mind mapping instructional manual, lesson plans, and a perception and satisfaction questionnaire. The instruments were validated by five experts, with IOC values ranging from 0.80 to 1.00.

The findings revealed that students’ English writing skills before the experiment were at a fair level, with a mean score of 52.40 and a standard deviation of 9.85. After learning through mind mapping, students’ writing skills improved to a good level, with a mean score of 68.75 and a standard deviation of 8.10. The paired-sample t-test showed a statistically significant difference between the pretest and posttest scores, with t = 6.98 and p = .000. In addition, students’ perceptions and satisfaction toward learning English writing through mind mapping were at a very high level, with a mean score of 4.36 and a standard deviation of 0.58. Therefore, the study concluded that mind mapping is an effective instructional technique for improving English writing skills, especially in idea generation, organization, paragraph development, grammar use, vocabulary use, confidence, and learning motivation.

THE BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY FACTORS FOR ENHANCING THE HAPPINESS OF PERSONNEL IN MUNICIPALITY ORGANIZATIONS

2026-06-02T23:21:37+07:00

The Buddhist psychological factors for enhancing employee happiness in municipal Organizations. Research Objectives to study the enhancement of personnel happiness in organizations based on Buddhist psychology principles and to analyze Buddhist psychological factors contributing to the enhancement of personnel happiness in organizations. Methodology this study employed a mixed-methods research design. Quantitative data were collected from a sample of 70 personnel, while qualitative data were obtained through in-depth interviews with 10 key informants, including executives and psychologists. The research instrument demonstrated a reliability coefficient of 0.959. Data were analyzed using percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

The research findings revealed that 1. In-depth Interview Results employee Happiness Enhancement: It is defined as a practice to improve the quality of work life, comprising five key factors: (1) autonomy in decision-making, (2) positive physical and verbal relationships, (3) passion for work (job satisfaction), (4) recognition of competence, and (5) organizational commitment. These factors collectively foster motivation and organizational success while reducing turnover rates. 2. Buddhist Psychological factors. the overall level of Buddhist psychological factors was found to be at a moderate level ( X̅ = 3.49). Specifically, "Happiness in Livelihood Readiness" recorded the highest mean (X̅ = 3.57), followed by social security, social relationships, and social recognition ( X̅ = 3.49). Meanwhile, "Self-Actualization Happiness" remained at a moderate level (X̅ = 3.46).

THE INTERNAL QUALITY ASSURANCE MODEL FOR BUDDHIST MONASTIC SCHOOLS, GENERAL EDUCATION SECTION

2026-05-29T00:00:25+07:00

This research article aimed to: 1. study the conditions promoting internal educational quality assurance in Phrapariyattidhamma Schools, General Education Division; 2. develop a model for internal educational quality assurance in Phrapariyattidhamma Schools, General Education Division; and 3. evaluate the model for internal educational quality assurance in Phrapariyattidhamma Schools, General Education Division. This study employed a multi-phase mixed-methods research design combining quantitative and qualitative approaches. The quantitative research utilized samples consisting of administrators and teachers from Phrapariyattidhamma Schools, General Education Division. The statistics used in the study included frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and qualitative descriptive analysis.

The research findings revealed that:

The study of the conditions promoting internal educational quality assurance in Phrapariyattidhamma Schools, General Education Division, showed that the overall level was high (4.01). Considering each aspect, it was found that implementation according to the plan had the highest mean score at a high level (4.09), followed by applying evaluation results for improvement at a high level (4.03), while monitoring and evaluation had the lowest mean score (3.93).
The development of the internal educational quality assurance model for Phrapariyattidhamma Schools, General Education Division, revealed that the body of knowledge derived from the research led to the creation of a textual model consisting of six components: Principles Objectives Integration Development through four activities Evaluation guidelines Conditions for success under the LICR Model.
The evaluation results of the internal educational quality assurance model for Phrapariyattidhamma Schools, General Education Division, indicated that the model’s suitability, feasibility, and usefulness were overall at a high level, based on the mean and standard deviation values. When considering each aspect in descending order, feasibility ranked first, followed by suitability and usefulness respectively, which was consistent with the F2CP Model

THE PROMOTION OF MENTAL HEALTH AMONG HILL TRIBE ELDERLY THROUGH BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGICAL PRINCIPLES

2026-06-23T00:33:20+07:00

This research aimed to 1) study the mental health problems of elderly hill tribe people and 2) explore guidelines for promoting the mental health of elderly hill tribe people according to Buddhist psychological principles. This study employed a qualitative research design and was conducted in two main stages. The first stage involved a documentary study of primary sources, including the Tipiṭaka and its commentaries, and secondary sources, such as related academic documents and research studies. The second stage consisted of in-depth interviews with 25 key informants, including monks and laypersons, experts in Buddhism, experts in psychology and Buddhist psychology, public health professionals, community leaders, and representatives of the elderly population. Data were analyzed using Content Analysis based on the 6Cs technique, Matrix Analysis, and Triangulation.

The research findings revealed that:

1) Mental health problems among Karen (Pgaz K'nyau) highland communities: The findings indicate that the mental health problems among the Karen (Pgaz K'nyau) highland communities comprise five interrelated dimensions: (1) feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness, (2) low self-worth and identity confusion, (3) loneliness and social isolation, (4) insufficient psychological and emotional support, and (5) powerlessness accompanied by reduced psychological coping capacity. These dimensions are closely interconnected and collectively contribute to adverse outcomes, including impaired immune functioning, feelings of abandonment, diminished self-esteem, and maladaptive emotional expression.

2) Guidelines for promoting the mental health of elderly hill tribe people should be implemented through participatory approaches involving families, communities, and relevant organizations, while grounding interventions in cultural contexts and religious principles. 1.These guidelines consist of six key components 2.promoting physical health as a foundation for mental health 3.fostering psychological security and emotional safety 4.encouraging love, social bonding, and community participation 5.enhancing self-worth and self-acceptance and 6.promoting self-development and a sense of meaning in life; and strengthening spiritual mental health based on the Buddhist principle of the Threefold Training (Trisikkhā) These approaches contribute to improved mental health, enhanced self-esteem, and the ability of elderly individuals to live happily within their communities.

THE ENHANCING HOLISTIC WELL-BEING BASED ON BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY FOR FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES IN MAE USU SUBDISTRICT, THA SONG YANG DISTRICT, TAK PROVINCE

2026-06-27T16:13:52+07:00

This research aimed to: 1) study the problems of enhancing holistic well-being based on Buddhist psychology among hill-tribe families and society; 2) study the supportive factors contributing to the enhancement of holistic well-being based on Buddhist psychology among hill-tribe families and society; and 3) propose guidelines for developing Buddhist psychology together with local wisdom to enhance the holistic well-being of hill-tribe families and society in Mae Usu Subdistrict, Tha Song Yang District, Tak Province. This is a qualitative research study, conducted through documentary research of primary sources (the Tipitaka and commentaries) and secondary sources, together with in-depth interviews with 20 key informants from 6 sample groups. Data were analyzed using the 6 Cs Content Analysis technique, Matrix Analysis, and Triangulation.

The findings revealed that:

1) Enhancing holistic well-being requires a participatory development approach focusing on "individuals, families, and communities" simultaneously across four dimensions—physical, mental, social, and spiritual. Key underlying causes include socio-economic change, health problems and risk behaviors among youth, the risk of losing cultural identity, and the community's need for stability.

2) The supportive factors for enhancing holistic well-being comprise three categories: family factors, social factors, and Buddhist psychological factors, reflecting a blending of traditional Pgaz K'Nyau (Karen) beliefs such as beliefs in ancestral spirits, respect for elders, and community solidarity with Buddhist principles.

3) Guidelines for developing Buddhist psychology in conjunction with local wisdom yielded six practical approaches, synthesized into the FMW2H Model, which integrates Buddhist principles (the Four Bhāvanā), Buddhist psychology (linked to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs), and Pgaz K'Nyau local wisdom. The model emphasizes participatory processes, respect for nature, and the application of wisdom in managing problems at the family and community levels, thereby fostering community resilience and sustainable well-being.

GUIDELINES FOR INDUSTRIAL TOURISM MANAGEMENT IN THE EASTERN ECONOMIC CORRIDOR, RAYONG PROVINCE

2026-06-04T10:11:10+07:00

This research aimed to 1) examine the components and potential of industrial tourism in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), Rayong Province; 2) analyze the 4C's marketing mix in the management of industrial tourism in the EEC, Rayong Province; and 3) propose management guidelines for industrial tourism in the EEC, Rayong Province. This study employed a qualitative research design, collecting data through semi-structured in-depth interviews with 30 key informants, including representatives from the public sector, private sector, local community, academia, and tourists, selected through purposive sampling of stakeholders involved in industrial tourism in the area. Data were analyzed using content analysis.

The findings revealed that:

1) The components of industrial tourism in the EEC, Rayong Province, conform to the 6A's framework comprising Attractions, Accessibility, Amenities, Activities, Accommodation, and Ancillary Services. Rayong Province possesses tourism potential and industrial readiness, supported by transportation and logistics infrastructure, as well as connectivity with natural and cultural tourist attractions in the area.

2) The 4C's marketing mix consists of Consumer Needs and Value, Cost to the Consumer, Convenience of Access, and Communication.

3) Guidelines for managing industrial tourism in the EEC area of Rayong Province include integrating cooperation among various sectors, developing industrial tourism routes, developing green industry, developing digital communication and marketing systems, formulating a strategic plan for industrial tourism in the EEC area, and applying Buddhist ethics—namely the Middle Way (Majjhima Patipada), the Four Sangahavatthu (bases of social solidarity), and the Threefold Training (Trisikkha) as a guiding framework to ensure that economic development, community participation, and environmental responsibility proceed in a balanced and sustainable manner.

SUCCESS IN IMPLEMENTING THE ONE MILLION PEOPLE HEALTH SCREENING POLICY IN BANGKOK METROPOLITAN AREA

2026-06-26T10:38:33+07:00

This research aimed to: (1) examine the factors influencing the successful implementation of the “One Million Health Check-up Policy” in the Bangkok Metropolitan Area; and (2) propose appropriate guidelines and recommendations to enhance its effectiveness and efficiency. This qualitative study employed in-depth interviews and document analysis. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and document analysis. Key informants consisted of policymakers and senior public health administrators, frontline practitioners, and service recipients.

The findings revealed that:

(1) the success of policy implementation was influenced by policy-related, mediating, and contextual factors. Policy-related factors included the policy’s problem-solving capacity and policy structure. Although the policy had clearly defined objectives and quantitative targets, limitations were found in policy communication, role clarification, and resource adequacy at the operational level. Transformational leadership played a crucial role in motivating personnel and fostering collaboration. Policy communication functioned as a key mediating mechanism linking these factors to successful implementation by promoting shared understanding among stakeholders. In addition, contextual factors-such as complex population structures, diverse health insurance schemes, fragmented healthcare systems, and health behaviors-significantly affected service accessibility and data integration. In terms of outcomes, participants perceived that proactive and digitally supported services facilitated access to healthcare services through digital technologies, proactive service delivery, and multi-sectoral collaboration, leading to greater operational effectiveness and high levels of service satisfaction. However, limitations in population coverage remained. (2) The study recommends strengthening integrated health information systems, enhancing policy communication, ensuring adequate resource allocation at the operational level, and promoting effective leadership to achieve sustainable and inclusive policy implementation.

The policy implementation mechanisms, comprising 1) the textual structure of the policy, 2) non-policy conditions, 3) ideological influence, 4) motivation, and 5) transformational leadership, are all crucial factors contributing to the successful implementation of the one-million-person health checkup policy. Indicators of success include public access to healthcare, the use of digital technology, proactive service delivery, operational effectiveness, service coverage, and service-user satisfaction.

THE MANAGEMENT OF AUTONOMOUS UNIVERSITY IN BANGKOK AREA

2026-06-07T16:46:47+07:00

The objectives of this research were 1) to study the administration of the state-run universities in Bangkok District 2) to study the promotion of efficiency and quality development of being a state-run university. Bangkok Metropolitan Region 3) State University Management Model, Bangkok Metropolitan Region 4) Further Suggestions on Administration Policy and Development as a State University, Bangkok Metropolitan Region. This form of research is qualitative research, useful data sources, papers, in-depth interviews with 20 key data providers, and a non-participatory segmentation by which the collected data is taken for content analysis.

The research found that 1) The administration of state-run universities in Bangkok includes planning for reorganization, principles and concepts of change, and expectations for the management of progress as a state-run university. 2) Enhancing efficiency and improving the quality of state-affiliated universities in Bangkok Metropolitan Region, including promoting the efficiency of academic programs, managing university budgets and assets, and developing post-state-affiliation quality and welfare. 3) The management model for state-supervised universities in the Bangkok Metropolitan Area includes the development of administrative models, personnel and staff development, curriculum development, and the development of teaching methods. 4) Further recommendations regarding the administrative policies and development of state-supervised universities in Bangkok indicate that the most important aspects are leadership and management of state-supervised universities based on moral and ethical principles, a clear vision, and demonstrable acceptance at the societal level.

GUIDELINES FOR MIGRANT LABOR MANAGEMENT IN CHANTHABURI PROVINCE

2026-06-26T14:51:19+07:00

The objectives of this research were to: 1) examine the management of migrant labor in Chanthaburi Province, 2) analyze the management process in Chanthaburi Province, and 3) identify the problems and obstacles in migrant labor management in Chanthaburi Province. A qualitative in character. 15 key informants comprised. They included the following persons: Senior executives, heads of government agencies, operational-level officers, and employers of migrant workers in the local area. The collected data were analyzed by using the content analysis.

The results revealed that: 1) That management operated through an integrated system among key agencies (Provincial Employment, Office, Provincial Administration, Immigration Office, and Public Health Office). The administrative structure model combining centralization and decentralization, which promoted both policy unity and operational flexibility at the local level, while public-private cooperation helped improving operational practices. 2)The management process was complex due to the involvement of multiple agencies and procedures. The lack of integrated information systems caused redundant procedures, delays, and to contact several agencies. 3) Major problems and obstacles included inflexible legal regulations, fragmented databases, limitations in human resources, and ineffective both inter-agency coordination, which reduced operational efficiency and responsiveness to labor demands.

Therefore, the study recommends improving regulatory flexibility, developing a one-stop service system, integrating inter-agency databases, and strengthening human resource capacity to improve efficiency, transparency, and sustainability in migrant labor management.

MODEL FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF MUKDAHAN PROVINCE AS A SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE AND GATEWAY TO INDOCHINA

2026-06-26T10:41:21+07:00

This research aimed to study: 1) geographical and logistical factors, 2) economic factors, and 3) policy factors affecting the development pattern of the Mukdahan Special Economic Zone, the Gateway to Indochina; and 4) to propose a development pattern for the Mukdahan Special Economic Zone, the Gateway to Indochina. The study employed a qualitative research methodology, applying Grounded Theory as the research approach. Key informants, totaling 22 individuals, were purposively selected from four sectors, namely the public sector, the private business sector, the political sector, and the citizen sector. Data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews together with non-participant observation, and data credibility was verified using the Triangulation Technique. Data were analyzed through content analysis and presented descriptively.

The research findings revealed that: 1) Geographical and logistical factors affecting the development pattern included the province's location along the East–West Economic Corridor, transportation linkages with neighboring countries, the abundance of natural resources, which were conducive to trade, investment, and the province's role as a regional logistics hub. 2) Economic factors included the province's economic structure encompassing trade, services, agriculture, and industry; investment from both the public and private sectors; the volume of exports and imports within the area. 3) Policy factors included tax incentives, government policies related to border special economic zones, and support from government agencies and local administrative organizations. 4) The development pattern for the Mukdahan Special Economic Zone was an integrated development model comprising seven core components: 4.1) enhancing trade and investment competitiveness for international connectivity, serving as the core driver 4.2) upgrading agricultural standards 4.3) developing tourism based on the Mekong River way of life, serving as a value enhancer 4.4) developing sustainable livable cities and communities, serving as a foundation for development 4.5) managing natural resources and the environment serving as a sustainability condition 4.6) strengthening border security serving as a stability builder and 4.7) applying the Four Sangahavatthu principles to enhance participation benefit-sharing and relationships among the government business sector and community serving as a relationship-connecting mechanism encompassing joint conceptualization planning implementation benefit-sharing monitoring and evaluation in order to achieve balanced fair and sustainable development.

THE DEVELOPMENT OF IMMIGRATION INSPECTION MODELS AT SAMUTPRAKAN IMMIGRATION OFFICE IMMIGRATION BUREAU ROYAL THAI POLICE

2026-06-04T17:59:37+07:00

The objectives of this study were: (1) to examine the problems and obstacles affecting immigration inspection, (2) to identify the factors influencing the development of immigration inspection models, and (3) to propose appropriate development guidelines for immigration inspection models at the Samutprakan Immigration Office, Immigration Bureau, Royal Thai Police. This study employed a qualitative research methodology. Data were collected from 20 key informants, comprising both service providers and service recipients. The research instrument consisted of in-depth interviews, and the data were analyzed using content analysis.

The findings revealed that (1) the implementation process was integrated and participatory, requiring collaboration among all sectors, aligning policies and plans with local contexts, and emphasizing ongoing monitoring and evaluation. This comprehensive approach supports sustainable development, (2) significant challenges include budget and human resource limitations, inconsistent centrally driven policies, inadequate public participation, and pressures from public expectations. Both internal and external factors play a crucial role in determining implementation success, (3) NPM implementation aligns with sustainable development by emphasizing results-based management, public participation, decentralization, technology use, human resource development, and transparency. These practices foster balanced growth across economic, social, and environmental dimensions.

The development of immigration procedures at the Samutprakan Provincial Immigration Office could be improved in four dimensions: Dimension 1: Development of Service Processes: Increase online service channels and create checklists for service users. Dimension 2: Technology and Service Utilization: Launch online queue booking via applications and develop a system for pre-checking documents. Dimension 3: Resource and Human Resource Management: Provide language and communication training, rotate personnel /assign them to suitable roles. Dimension 4: Collaboration and Integration: Establish a central government data coordination system and conduct training between government and private sector agencies.

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF NEW PUBLIC MANAGEMENY TOWARD SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN SAMUT SAKHON PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION

2026-06-22T12:51:33+07:00

This research aimed to (1) investigate the processes of implementing NPM in line with sustainable development goals, (2) explore the challenges encountered during this implementation and (3) examine strategies for developing New Public Management (NPM) to achieve sustainable development. A qualitative research approach was utilized, with data collected through in-depth interviews with 20 key informants and analyzed via content analysis.

The sustainable development of local administrative organizations could be effectively achieved when the principles of modern public administration were integrated into the local context through flexible, participatory, and responsive management mechanisms that appropriately address external pressures. This knowledge could be applied as a framework for developing other local administrative organizations with similar contexts.

INTEGRATING THE PRINCIPLE OF KINDNESS TO CREATE SAFE FOOD FOR FARMERS IN THE NONG SUEA TEMPLE COMMUNITY, KRAB YAI UBDISTRICT, BAN PONG DISTRICT, RATCHABURI PROVINCE

2026-06-26T10:34:09+07:00

This study aimed to: (1) examine the integration of the principle of loving-kindness (Metta) into safe food production among farmers in Wat Nong Suea Community, Krap Yai Subdistrict, Ban Pong District, Ratchaburi Province; (2) organize activities to promote the application of the principle of loving-kindness in safe food production among the community farmers; and (3) propose a model for integrating the principle of loving-kindness into safe food production in Wat Nong Suea Community. This study employed a qualitative research approach using participatory action research (PAR). Key informants included community farmers, Buddhist monks, and other community stakeholders. The research instruments consisted of in-depth interviews, participant observation, focus group discussions, and collaborative learning activities. Data were analyzed through content analysis and descriptive synthesis.

The findings revealed that: (1) the integration of the principle of loving-kindness into safe food production among farmers in Wat Nong Suea Community was reflected in their awareness of the impacts of food production on consumers, the environment, their own health, and the community. This awareness encouraged farmers to modify their agricultural practices by reducing the use of chemical substances, adopting organic fertilizers, and preserving agricultural ecosystems. (2) Activities promoting the integration of loving-kindness into safe food production were implemented through participatory community learning processes, including dialogue, experience sharing, experiential learning, and collective reflection. These activities enhanced farmers’ understanding and enabled them to apply the principle of loving-kindness to food production in a practical and tangible manner. (3) The synthesis of the research findings led to the development of a model for integrating the principle of loving-kindness into safe food production. The model consists of four key dimensions: loving-kindness toward consumers, the environment, oneself, and the community. The resulting new body of knowledge was conceptualized as the Metta-Driven Ethical Food Production Model (MEF Model), which explains the process of developing ethical food production within communities through four stages: awareness of loving-kindness, reflection on the role of food producers, transformation of food production practices, and collaborative community learning.

THE APPLICATION OF PSYCHIC WILLPOWER TO SOLVE INSOMNIA IN PRACTITIONERS FOLLOWING TO THE TEACHINGS OF LUANG POR WIRIYANGK

2026-06-22T10:35:49+07:00

This research aimed to: 1) study the power of mind (Cittānubhāva) for solving insomnia according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang; 2) study the perspectives of meditation practitioners regarding the solution to insomnia according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang; and 3) apply the power of mind to solve insomnia among meditation practitioners according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang. This study employed a qualitative methodology. The key informants were 17 meditation practitioners (monastics and/or laypersons) who had experienced insomnia and had practiced meditation according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang. In-depth interviews served as the primary instrument for data collection, and the data were analyzed using content analysis.

The research findings revealed that:

1) The power of mind according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang arises from meditation practice involving the recitation of "Buddho" in conjunction with consistent sitting meditation and walking meditation, until the mind becomes firmly established, capable of suppressing the hindrances (nīvaraṇa) and entering a state of tranquility. This power of mind is not merely a relaxation technique but a systematic process of mental development that addresses the root cause of insomnia: the restlessness of the mind. 2) The perspectives of the meditation practitioners reflected that the causes of insomnia stem from mental distraction, accumulated stress, and an insufficient ability to regulate one's own thoughts and emotions. Through continuous practice of meditation according to this approach, mental distraction diminishes, stability is established, and sleep occurs naturally and with improved quality. The practitioners viewed the power of mind as a tool for both mental development and self-care, used in conjunction with one another. 3) The application of the power of mind to solve insomnia among meditation practitioners according to the approach of Luang Por Viriyang involves implementing the mental training process into daily life. When the mind has been trained to suppress the hindrances and achieve balance, sleep occurs effectively and sustainably. This constitutes a body of knowledge connecting Buddhist principles with the care of mental well-being within the context of contemporary society.

APPLICATION OF IDDHIPĀDA IV FOR ENHANCING QUALITY OF LIFE AND HAPPINESS IN THEACHERS’ WORK

2026-04-17T13:42:23+07:00

This academic article aims to integrally analyze and propose guidelines for applying the Iddhipāda IV (the Four Paths to Success) to enhance the quality of life and work happiness within the teaching profession. The study is based on an extensive review of the Tipiṭaka, the Visuddhimagga, and academic literature concerning quality of life and organizational psychology. The findings reveal that quality of life and happiness in the teaching profession do not depend solely on material factors, but rather on a state of equilibrium between external security and internal mental peace. According to the Visuddhimagga, the Iddhipāda IV functions as Adhipati-Dhamma (dominant factors) or highly efficient mental management tools, consisting of: Chanda (Aspiration): cultivating wholesome desire to transform professional burdens into a genuine love for the vocation; Viriya (Effort) applying wisdom-based persistence to overcome socio-economic crises with dignity; Citta (Thoughtfulness) fostering mindfulness and focus on duties to reduce accumulated stress; and Vīmaṃsā (Reasoning) utilizing analytical wisdom to create work innovations and achieve a healthy work-life balance. The application of these principles shifts the teacher’s status from passive compliance to professional awakening, resulting in sustainable pride and well-being. This article suggests that relevant agencies should integrate Buddhist principles into personnel development policies to elevate teachers from being mere "hired instructors" to "creators of quality lives" amidst the 21st-century global shifts. Furthermore, the IDDHI-STRENGTH Model, a five-step process for a happy and successful teaching life, is recommended as a practical framework for enhancing teachers' quality of life and happiness at work.

DEVELOPING ORGANIZATIONAL STRATEGY BASED ON BUDDHIST PRINCIPLES

2026-04-28T21:41:15+07:00

This article aims to study the application of Buddhist principles in corporate strategy development. It aims to analyze the integration of key principles, namely Temple 4, Party 4, Social 4, Patent 4, and Ethics 7 into the strategic management process, which consists of environmental analysis. Setting the vision and goals, planning the strategy and putting the strategy into practice. The study found that Buddhist principles can be applied as a conceptual framework for the proper management of the organization. Mother Temple 4 helps to promote ethical leadership and build good relationships in the organization. Perspective 4 helps to prevent decision-making bias. Objective 4 strengthens employee collaboration and engagement. Impact 4 promotes motivation and performance and ethics. Ethics 7 promotes stability, solidarity and progress for the organization. Integrating ethics into strategic management is an important guide to enhancing operational efficiency. Along with corporate ethics, ethics and sustainability, leading to stable and balanced long-term development of the organization.

DYNAMIC BUDDHIST INTEGRATION: COUPLING IDDHIPĀDA IV AND THE FOUR NOBLE TRUTHS FOR SUSTAINABLE WORK EFFICIENCY

2026-04-22T22:59:13+07:00

This academic article aims to propose a Buddhist Integration framework for sustainable work efficiency, employing the Four Paths to Success (Iddhipāda IV) as the principal axis of intrinsic drive and the Four Noble Truths (Ariyasacca) as a systematic process for analysing and resolving problems. Within contemporary work settings in which personnel face stress, work overload and burnout, the study finds that Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and motivation theories adequately address structural needs and extrinsic drives but do not encompass the dimensions of recognising craving (taṇhā), managing suffering (dukkha) and working without becoming enslaved to outcomes. The article therefore proposes a clear conceptual ordering in which work efficiency is treated as the outcome, well-being and motivation as factors, and ethics as the governing framework. The integration proceeds along three dimensions: (1) strategy and cognitive systems, using the Four Noble Truths and Yonisomanasikāra to analyse root causes; (2) human development, using the Threefold Training and the Fourfold Development to balance body and mind, reinforced by Buddhist organisational ethics through Right Speech, non-violence and mindfulness; and (3) achievement, using Iddhipāda IV as the foundation of self-leadership integrated with collaborative networking. The new knowledge derived is a “Dynamic Buddhist Integration Model” coupling the intrinsic drive of Iddhipāda IV with the diagnostic cycle of the Four Noble Truths to enhance efficiency in quality, quantity, time and cost, together with virtue and inner well-being. In conclusion, Buddhist Integration does not aim solely at increasing output but at balancing efficiency, virtue, well-being and organisational relationships for a sustainable, well-governed ecosystem of work.

INTEGRATION OF NEW NORMAL LEADERSHIP AND GOOD GOVERNANCE FOR MANAGEMENT IN THE DIGITAL ERA

2026-05-09T14:57:58+07:00

This academic article aims to present guidelines for educational organizational reform by integrating New Normal Leadership and Good Governance in the digital era. Global crises and technological dynamics have compelled educational institutions to transition to full online systems. The study indicates that digital leadership is a critical variable that encompassing not only technical expertise but also innovative vision and the creation of flexible organizational cultures. The six principles of Good Governance—Rule of Law, Ethics, Transparency, Participation, Accountability, and Value for Money—serve as oversight mechanisms to ensure the ethical and fair use of power and technology. Furthermore, a new body of knowledge has been synthesized into the DGEM Model (Intelligent Education Governance Framework), consisting of four key steps: 1) Establishing a smart digital infrastructure foundation with real-time monitoring; 2) Building a participatory ecosystem that shifts the leader's role to a facilitator to create innovation consensus; 3) Enhancing personnel competency alongside digital ethics to foster a culture of responsibility; and 4) Integrating for sustainability focusing on efficiency and social value. This model introduces the synergy of innovative intelligence and systemic integrity to bridge the digital divide and build public trust, ultimately leading to a quality, equitable, and sustainable reform of Thai education amidst future global uncertainties.

BUDDHIST DISCLOSURE ETHICS: BUDDHIST INSTITUTIONAL CAPITAL AS A DETERMINANT OF ESG REPORTING QUALITY

2026-06-02T20:37:37+07:00

This academic article develops a novel conceptual framework termed "Buddhist Disclosure Ethics" (BDE), which explains the mechanisms through which Buddhist Institutional Capital (BIC) transmits to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting quality in the Asian context, drawing on evidence from multiple regions, structured around four thematic issues. First, with respect to the BDE framework, five Buddhist principles Right Speech, Dependent Origination, Right Livelihood, Loving Kindness and Compassion, and Impermanence and Non-self generate intrinsic motivation for ESG reporting that is qualitatively distinct from compliance-driven reporting, operating through three disclosure quality dimensions: breadth, materiality quality, and substance. Second, with respect to BIC-to-BDE mechanisms, BIC operates through three institutional channels normative, cognitive, and regulative with empirical support at both organisational and regional levels. Third, with respect to ESG reporting quality determinants from the international literature, BDE complements and is theoretically distinct from existing internal and external determinants, because it operates at the value level prior to regulatory and market incentives. Fourth, with respect to ESG rating divergence, BDE proposes an institutional solution by building intrinsic reporting motivation that reduces the gap between symbolic and substantive ESG disclosure. The article concludes with policy implications for ASEAN regulators and directions for empirical research.

LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT IN THE DIGITAL ERA

2026-06-09T19:31:26+07:00

This academic article aims to examine the concepts of leadership and organizational management in the contemporary era, as well as to analyze the role of leadership in driving organizational success amid rapid economic, social, and technological changes. The study found that organizational management is a crucial process that enables organizations to operate effectively and achieve their goals through key management functions, including planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling. Leadership is a significant factor influencing organizational success, as leaders are responsible for setting directions, creating a shared vision, developing human potential, motivating employees, and fostering collaboration within the organization. Furthermore, leaders in the digital era must possess the capability to effectively apply technology and integrate the principles of the Dutiyapāpaṇika Sutta in Buddhist philosophy to promote innovation and cultivating a learning culture to respond effectively to continuous changes. These competencies enhance organizational competitiveness and contribute to sustainable development. Therefore, leadership and organizational management serve as essential mechanisms that enable organizations to adapt to change, optimize resource utilization, and achieve long-term success in the digital era.

COMMUNITY INNOVATION AND THE CREATION OF SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, AND ENVIRONMENTAL BALANCE FOR SUSTAINABILITY

2026-06-14T18:55:58+07:00

This academic article aims to explain the concept of sustainable community development, focusing on the integration of community innovation, community participation, and efficient resource use within the context of current economic and social changes. Despite improvements in quality of life through education and technology, there remains an imbalance between economic growth and the strength of communities and the environment, leading to external dependence and a diminishing role of local wisdom. Therefore, the concept of sustainable development has been adopted as a key framework for guiding development directions. It is observed that community career development today requires innovation and technology to increase economic opportunities, reduce inequality, and enhance the quality of life for citizens. At the same time, community participation is a crucial mechanism that ensures development aligns with local contexts, covering everything from planning and decision-making to implementation and evaluation. Additionally, the efficient use of resources, particularly through the 3R concept and circular economy, along with energy and water conservation, helps reduce resource loss, minimize waste, and promote systematic environmental management.

This academic article is expected to generate integrated knowledge and understanding of sustainable community development approaches that align with the current context of Thai society. It can be used as a conceptual framework for government agencies, the private sector, local administrative organizations, educational institutions, and community leaders in formulating policies, planning, and designing community development activities that focus on participation, innovation, and efficient resource management. Additionally, it can be applied as a guideline for promoting careers, strengthening the grassroots economy, reducing inequality, and enhancing the quality of life for the people, alongside the conservation of natural resources and the environment. This will lead to community self-reliance, social stability, and long-term sustainable development.

THE FOUR BHĀVANĀS AND SUSTAINABLE LOCAL DEVELOPMENT: A BUDDHIST INTEGRATIVE FRAMEWORK THROUGH THE BOWON MECHANISM

2026-05-23T19:47:40+07:00

This academic article aims to study and synthesize the Four Bhāvanās in relation to sustainable local development through a Buddhist integrative framework driven by the BOWON mechanism. The article is based on the observation that previous approaches to local development, although increasingly emphasizing participation and community-centered development, still lack a framework of mentality, morality, and wisdom capable of guiding the development process toward genuine balance and sustainability. The Four Bhāvanāsnamely, physical development, moral development, mental development, and wisdom development can therefore serve as a holistic framework for human development, covering the dimensions of the body, behavior, social relationships, the mind, and wisdom. Meanwhile, the BOWON mechanism, comprising the home, temple, school, and government sector, functions as a social mechanism with the potential to translate Buddhist principles into concrete practice at the levels of family, community, religious institution, educational institution, and local administrative structure.

The synthesis reveals that the Four Bhāvanās function as the substance of development, whereas the BOWON mechanism functions as the driving mechanism of development. When integrated, they generate the BOWON–Bhāvanā Model for holistic quality-of-life and community development. This model consists of four key processes: building shared awareness, designing integrated activities, implementing practices and empowering the community, and evaluating outcomes for continuous development. The model connects religion with everyday life, individuals with the community, and morality with social management. As a result, local development is not limited to economic dimensions or physical infrastructure, but extends to the development of individuals, families, communities, and society in a balanced, supportive, wise, and sustainable manner.

PROBLEM-SOLVING FOR DEPRESSION AMONG YOUTHS: A BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY APPROACH

2026-06-02T23:53:07+07:00

Depression among youths has become an escalating public health crisis in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, with empirical evidence indicating that 57.6 percent of high school students exhibit clinically significant depressive symptoms. This academic article pursues three objectives: (1) to analyze the current conditions and risk factors of youth depression, (2) to examine Buddhist psychological principles for addressing mental suffering, and (3) to propose an integrated model combining Buddhist psychology with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to promote youth mental well-being.

The analysis reveals that youth depression is a multidimensional phenomenon rooted in academic pressure, intergenerational communication gaps, digital social comparison, and loss of existential meaning. The Four Noble Truths function as a comprehensive diagnostic system, while the Noble Eightfold Path provides a multidimensional treatment protocol encompassing the domains of wisdom, ethical conduct, and mental discipline. The core mechanisms of the integrated model include Right View paired with cognitive restructuring, Right Mindfulness paired with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, loving-kindness and compassion paired with compassion-focused therapy, and Right Action paired with behavioral activation.

The proposed model is distinguished by two characteristics: scientific universality supported by empirical evidence, and cultural congruence with Vietnamese Buddhist heritage. This integration establishes a pathway for developing responsive mental health systems across school, family, and community contexts. Ultimately, the model aims not to create morally perfect youth, but to empower young people to liberate themselves from cycles of unrealistic expectations, cultivate stable inner refuge, and foster sustainable well-being autonomously.

THE CRISIS OF YOUTH DEPRESSION: WHEN FAMILY PRESSURE HARMS MENTAL HEALTH

2026-06-28T20:04:50+07:00

Adolescent depression has escalated into a severe and increasingly urgent public health crisis, particularly in rapidly urbanizing environments such as Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. While multiple biopsychosocial factors contribute to this phenomenon, intense family pressure and culturally rooted academic expectations remain among the most significant and consistent drivers of psychological distress among young people. This article examines how deeply embedded Confucian and collectivist family dynamics, which tightly link a youth's self-worth and family honor to academic performance, create chronic environments of Performance-based correlation and psychological strain. When adolescents internalize the belief that their value as persons depends entirely upon educational achievement, the experience of failure becomes not merely disappointing but existentially devastating, triggering identity collapse, profound hopelessness, and severe depression.

The crisis is further compounded by critical intergenerational communication gaps. Depressed youths rarely present with overt sadness; instead, they exhibit emotional numbness, chronic fatigue, social withdrawal, and somatic complaints that parents frequently misinterpret as laziness, disobedience, or poor attitude. This misinterpretation typically provokes disciplinary responses rather than empathetic support, transforming the family from a protective sanctuary into an active source of secondary stress that deepens adolescent isolation, shame, and self-blame.

By examining the current epidemiological landscape, cultural risk factors, and familial dynamics, this article highlights the urgent need for a paradigm shift in family relationships and mental health literacy. Drawing upon contemporary psychological literature and culturally resonant approaches including the Buddhist psychology model of problem-solving this article proposes that families must consciously move away from performance-based validation toward compassionate, mindful communication. Enhancing parental mental health literacy, integrating Buddhist-informed communication practices, and rebuilding the family as a secure psychological refuge are identified as essential strategies for fostering sustainable resilience and well-being among vulnerable Vietnamese adolescents.

CULTURAL PREJUDICE AND GENERATIONAL GAPS: BARRIERS TO ACCESSING BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGICAL TREATMENT

2026-06-28T23:19:35+07:00

Mental health within the Vietnamese community, encompassing both local citizens and Vietnamese immigrants residing in the United States, remains significantly stigmatized due to deeply rooted cultural beliefs, traditional belief systems, and significant intergenerational disparities in mental health literacy and acceptance. This article examines the anthropological, cultural, and psychological dimensions of these barriers, exploring how mental illness is often mischaracterized as a sign of personal weakness, moral failure, severe insanity, or the karmic consequence of past wrongdoing. Older generations, driven by collectivist imperatives to preserve family honor and a pervasive fear of community judgment, routinely dismiss psychological distress and actively resist professional psychological treatment. Younger generations, shaped by contemporary education and greater exposure to global mental health discourse, demonstrate considerably greater openness toward acknowledging and addressing mental health difficulties, yet remain constrained by familial expectations, intergenerational conflict, and the emotional invalidation of their struggles by elders. These cultural and generational disparities create significant barriers to accessing necessary psychological care, resulting in widespread silent suffering that exacerbates individual distress and undermines community well-being. To bridge this divide effectively, this article argues for the integration of Buddhist psychological principles particularly the Brahmavihara of loving-kindness (Metta) and compassion (Karuna) into culturally competent mental health practice. By framing psychological intervention within Buddhist contemplative traditions that are already deeply embedded in Vietnamese cultural identity, practitioners can destigmatize treatment, cultivate empathic understanding across generations, and encourage help-seeking behaviors among vulnerable populations. Furthermore, the synergistic application of mindfulness and forgiveness practices is examined as a mechanism for fostering social cohesion in multicultural environments, with evidence drawn from research conducted in Binh Duong province, Vietnam. The article concludes that culturally sensitive, Buddhist-informed interventions offer a viable and transformative pathway toward healing individual trauma, repairing intergenerational relationships, and building resilient, harmonious communities.