Strengthening Community Bonds through Cultural Activities: A Case Study of Students in Thailand's Southern Border Provinces
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DOI : 10.14456/pnuhuso.2025.29
Cultural activities play a vital role in strengthening relationships within communities in the southern border provinces of Thailand. This study aims to explore the role of cultural activities in promoting unity among students in these areas. The objective is to understand the students’ perspectives on cultural initiatives through an analysis of narrative essays from 10 participants, ranging from lower to upper secondary school levels, in the provinces of Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat. In data collection, the researchers selected essays through a screening process based on relevance to the given topic, a narrative writing style, originality of content, appropriate length, and clear examples. Data analysis involved identifying key themes and content from each essay, which demonstrated how cultural activities could foster unity among diverse religious and ethnic groups, promote mutual respect, and support sustainable economic and environmental practices. The findings highlight the positive impacts of cultural participation, which encourages ongoing efforts to promote understanding and connectivity within these communities.
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