Application of Buddhist Dharma in solving the problem of sexual violence against children and women in Thai society

Abstract

Sexual violence against children and women is caused by  misbehavior such as the use of force deceit, intimidation, or deceit that harm children and women which has two main reasons: 1) internal factors which are family nurturing, education, negative values and beliefs and 2) external factors which are social and cultural, environment, friendship, media influence. From the data of opinion polls on passing in Thai society, The ministry of social development and human  security in 2018  made it known that the seriousness of Thai society has occurred in many ways like  mayhem, sexual harassment hurt and sexual assault which is the cause leading to a solution to problems arising in the society.

          Tacking violence against children and women in Thai society. As most Thai society is Buddhism and has a living doctrine, therefore, it should be encouraged to apply the doctrines of Buddhism to solve problems along with the use of law, which is the four  virtues for lay people , it is a doctrine consisting of four virtues:1) Sacca: truth, sincerity, trust 2) Dama: restraint, self-control, adaptation 3) Khanti: tolerance, patience, self-restraint and emotional control against seduction 4) Caga: Sacrifice  Anger and selfishness, it was applied in organizing activities in society, learned and realized the importance of the government sector. Private and Community Both at the individual level individual and social groups such as families and educational institutions to understand the doctrines and apply to resolve the problem of violence that occurs against children and women and reduce problems that arise in Thai society.