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Witness and Complainant Protection Policy – Thammasat University

Thammasat University recognizes the importance of protecting the witnesses and complainants from humiliation, defamation, or disrespect of human dignity. Thammasat University has published a notification of “Policy on Gender Equality and Non-Discrimination against Women, LGBT+ People, and People with Disabilities” that designates a policy and practice guidelines protecting those reporting discrimination from educational or employment disadvantage.

The policy is published in our sustainability website (https://sdgs.tu.ac.th/policy-operation/) under “Thammasat University Policy” section. The policy #6. (6. Thammasat University Notification of Policy on Gender Equality and Non-Discrimination Against Women, LGBT People, and People with Disabilities) addresses the reporting mechnisms and suppport services that protects those reporting discrimination from educational or employment disadvantage.

It stretches, on page 4 in section 5 “Reporting Mechanisms, that the university shall establish and implement policies to protect individuals who report discrimination or witness harassment, ensuring they are safeguarded from retaliation.

6.-Policy-on-Gender-Equality-and-Non-discrimination-Against-Women-LGBTIQA-Individuals-and-People-with-Disabilities

Complaints or allegations against any university students, staff members or visitors for acts of discrimination or harassment may be filed in accordance with the university regulations regarding discipline and disciplinary procedures for university staff and employees, B.E. 2566, as follows:

(1) A written complaint or allegation submitted to the university, the relevant department, or the supervisor of the staff member in question.
(2) An oral complaint or allegation made to the supervisor of the staff member in question.

Complaintants and witnesses will be protected through strict confidentiality measures and guarantees that filing a complaint will not negatively impact their education, employment, or livelihood.

Complaints and investigations related to such complaints shall be conducted transparently, fairly, and expeditiously. If any supervisor receives a complaint or becomes aware of the conduct of their subordinates that may constitute a disciplinary violation under these regulations and fails to take disciplinary action or to report it to the appropriate authorities for disciplinary action, that supervisor shall be considered to have committed an offense.

Reference: Student Affairs – Policy Protecting People Reporting Discrimination

The Faculty of Sociology and Anthropology, Thammasat University, has appointed a committee to promote gender equality, monitor and receive information, suggestions, and complaints, including a free legal consultation and assistance for gender-based violence cases.  If legal counseling is needed, Pro-bono lawyers will be assigned to proceed on legal procedures required.

5.6.8-คณะกรรมการส่งเสริมความปลอดภัยและความเข้าใจทางเพศ

For more information on the committee and the legal consultation, please refer to: 
1. Appointment – Committee to promote sexual safety and understanding – Faculty of Sociology (2021)
2. Facebook – Committee to Promote Sexual Safety and Understanding
3. Student Representative for the election of “Safety Promotion Committee and Sexual Understanding” (Oct,2022)

Several activities took place among faculties and the university during these past few years to promote gender equality and non-discrimination against women and LGBT+ people as well as activities to protects those reporting discriminations from educational or employment disadvantage.

An initiative involving a practical workshop was held on September 16, 2023, for students of Law and Social Administration to raise awareness of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and train students on methods for aiding victims to report any acts of discrimination or harassment. A Faculty of Law project, approved in November 2023, was initiated to survey data, rules, regulations and social views regarding sexual harassment/abuse and violence, with the objective of preparing guidelines and disseminating policies to combat these issues. Lastly, the discussion held on March 19, 2024, specifically highlighted the vulnerabilities of those expressing gender identity outside societal norms, such as facing violence, and stated its goal to combat social violence through legal advocacy for rights access.

Related articles and websites:
1.  Announcement on prevention and opposition to sexual harassment and abuse (2021)
2. Facebook:  Announcement on prevention and opposition to sexual harassment and abuse (2021)
3. Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies Programme – WGSSP (Mar,2022)
4. โครงการ เสวนาหาทางออกเชิงนโยบาย “จริยธรรมของผู้นำ กับหนทางสู่ความยุติธรรมของผู้ถูกละเมิดทางเพศ” (2565)
5. QS GEN – Thammasat University strengthens its commitment to gender diversity (Thammasat Pride and Allies)
6. Think well before posting! That could be ‘Online sexual harassment’ (2021)
7. โครงการยุติการคุกคามทางเพศในสถาบันการศึกษา (2019)

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Thammasat Early Childhood Development Center: Comprehensive Care for University Students, Staff, and Faculty

Highlights

  • The Thammasat Child Care Center, established in 1999, offers high-quality care for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, helping caregivers balance studies and work.
  • The center provides health assessments, nutritional care, and training in developmental milestones like toilet training and self-feeding.
  • Supervised by trained nannies, a registered nurse, and educators, the center ensures safety with regular health checks and emergency protocols.
  • A range of developmental activities, along with counseling services and newsletters, create a nurturing environment and keep parents informed.

The Faculty of Nursing at Thammasat University understands the essential need for support among students, staff, and faculty balancing full-time studies or jobs with childcare responsibilities. To meet this need, the Thammasat Child Care Center was established on August 2, 1999, and continues to serve our community today. By providing high-quality childcare, especially for children under three—a critical developmental stage—the center enables caregivers to pursue their academic and professional goals with greater ease.

Services Offered

The Early Childhood Developmental Center serves healthy children from 6 weeks to 3 years of age, as well as pre-kindergarten children from 3 to 6 years of age. All children are supervised by qualified nannies trained in early childhood programs. Additionally, care is provided by a full-time registered nurse and a teacher specializing in early childhood education.

The Center offers a range of services, including health assessments, nutritional care, developmental milestone training (such as toilet training, self-feeding, and dressing), healthcare services, an English language development program, and various other developmental activities.

  • Health assessment includes monthly growth checks for weight and height, an annual health check-up with a pediatrician, biannual oral health check-ups with a dentist, and developmental screenings using the Denver II Test every 3 to 6 months.
  • For nutritional care, the menu is designed by a registered dietitian, and bottle feeding is tailored to each child’s individual needs. Meals consist of breakfast, lunch with fruit, and afternoon snacks. Solid foods are introduced to infants at 4 to 6 months of age.
  • Developmental milestone training includes skills such as toilet training, self-feeding, dressing independently, and bottle weaning.
  • The healthcare staff at the Early Childhood Developmental Center includes a pediatric nursing faculty member from Thammasat University, a pediatric registered nurse, a registered dietitian, and a developmental psychologist. They provide counseling for parents and nannies on nutrition, child healthcare, and behavioral concerns. The center is equipped with a separate room and a full-time pediatric registered nurse to administer first aid for children showing illness symptoms. In the event of an emergency, the center will promptly notify parents and refer the child to Thammasat University Hospital for appropriate treatment.
  • The Center offers a diverse range of developmental activities tailored to each age group, utilizing associative play. Activities include morning exercise, storytelling, in-class English lessons, puppet shows, games, rhythmic activities, drawing, play dough, and rhyme matching games, among others. These activities are carefully planned by a teacher specializing in early childhood education and are conducted by experienced nannies.
  • Other Provisions
    • Bookworm Project: Encourages a love of reading among children.
    • Summer Daycare Project: Available for children aged 3 to 6 years, offering enriching activities during the summer months.
    • Educational Bulletin Board: Displays important information such as Mother’s Day, New Year’s Day, and Buddhist holidays.
    • Counseling Services: A nursing faculty member provides guidance for parents on children’s health issues and behavioral concerns during office hours.
    • Monthly Newsletter: Keeps parents informed with the center’s calendar, menus, children’s songs, samples of art activities, and announcements of birthdays and special events.

Ratio of Children to Caregivers
The Thammasat Child Care Center adheres to national standards for early childhood development centers regarding the ratio of children to caregivers. This ensures that each child receives adequate attention and support, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for their growth and development.

Age RangeChild to Caregiver Ratio
6 weeks – 1 year3:1
1 -2 years5-6:1
2 years and older8-10:1

Service Hours

The Center operates during regular hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In addition to these hours, the center offers off-hours services, weekend camps, and summer programs to accommodate the diverse needs of families.

Service Fee

Thammasat University subsidizes the monthly fee by 1,000 baht for all employees and students. For families with two or more children (siblings), the admission fee of 1,000 baht for the second child and any additional siblings will be waived.

For more detailed information on service fees, please visit the Thammasat Child Care Center website and refer to section 7, “Fees – NOTE.”

For more information about the Early Childhood Development Center, please refer to the following:
– Facebook: Childhood Tu, Faculty of Nursing, Thammasat University.
– The Early Childhood Development Center website.

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Thammasat Maternity and Paternity Policy

 

Thammasat University has clear and supportive maternity and paternity policies, permitting 90 days maternity leave and 150 days leave without pay for father and mother to raise their child.

The recent update Announcement of Thammasat University Regarding Leave for Employees, effective on Decmber 27, 2023 stated the criteria and submission process for maternity leave and all leaves. On page 6 under section 3 “Maternity Leave”, it authorizes 90 days maternity leave, and on page 7 under section 5 “Personal Leave” allowing 150 days leave-without-pay for mother to raise the child after birth. The father can also request a “Paternity Leave” to help his lawfully wedded wife take care of their child and wife after childbirth for 15 days.

 

ประกาศมธ.เรื่องการลาทั่วไปของพนักงานมหาวิทยาลัย-Dec2023

 

The “Childhood Development Center”, established since 1999 by the Faculty of Nursing, is to provide childcare services to students, staffs, and faculty members during office hours. The children at the age of 6 weeks to 3 years or before joining kindergarten are accepted. The childcare services are with fees. 

All children are supervised by qualified nannies that have been trained in an early childhood program. The children are also cared for and supervised by a fulltime registered nurse, and a teacher that has majored in early childhood education.

 

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TU’s New Program “LGBT and Human Resource Management”

Inclusivity is an important culture among students and staff at Thammasat University.  An example is a new curriculum introduced by Thammasat Business School called “LGBT and Human Resource Management” aiming to reduce social stigma toward the LGBT community, workplace discrimination, and support human resource development in the organization.

A “LGBT Inclusive Workplace: A Practical Training for Employers and HR Professionals” workshop was hosted by CONC Thammasat as part of this new curriculum in 2020 to provide the participants with knowledge and enhance their ability in managing human resources, LGBT employees, talent management, and diversity & inclusion in organizations.

For more information on the “LGBT and Human Resource Management” program, please refer to:
https://qs-gen.com/tus-new-program-lgbt-and-human-resource-management/

Related articles and websites:
1. Thammasat University strengthens its commitment to gender diversity (Thammasat Pride and Allies)
https://qs-gen.com/thammasat-university-strengthens-its-commitment-to-gender-diversity/
2. HR Announcement on non-discriminations for academic and academic support group working with Thammasat University
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dy65aIP8C9VNk8ah-SjfW0FF-Jk9igLJ/edit

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“Spotlight Training Camp” – promoting awareness about gender equality and ending violence against women.

The International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates that there are currently 11.6 million documented migrant workers residing in South-East Asia and the Pacific sub-region and nearly half of them or about 5.2 million are women. Many of those women migrant worker working in domestic work, entertainment, seafood processing, electronics manufacturing, garment manufacturing and construction sector.

Despite their crucial contributions to the economies and societies of both origin countries and Thailand, migrant workers, especially women, frequently experience negative attitudes, discrimination, exploitation, and sometimes violence during the migration process. Realizing that knowledge and understanding about women migrant workers among groups of people in different sectors are key to eliminating discrimination and violence against women migrant workers, and to achieving the SDG 5 – Gender Equality, SDG 8 – Decent Work, SDG – 10 Reducing Inequality, and SDG 16.2 – Stopping Abuses and Human Trafficking.

Thammasat University (TU) is considered the first university in Thailand that has a policy to prevent and respond to violence against women. The university has organized activities to promote and raise awareness among students about gender equality and ending violence against women, such as holding special lecturing on gender equality, organizing a public forum to exchange views on violence against women migrant workers, and organizing “Spotlight Training Camp” for 50 young leaders. The latter event allowed students to work with women migrant workers directly and create a project to tackle the issues of violence against women migrant workers.

Najira Aomsap, one of the TU students participating in the project, said her views on migrant workers have changed after participating in the “Spotlight Training Camp”. After she talked and worked with women migrant workers, she realized that they suffered from violence more than she thought.

Thammasat University students joining the project have obtained awareness, knowledge, and abilities to help stop violence against women migrant workers as well as to change attitudes of people towards migrant workers. The move will help strengthen sustainable development.

For more information on the “Spotlight Training Camp”, please refer to:
https://www.khaosodenglish.com/sponsored/2020/12/15/eu-ilo-un-women-join-forces-to-organize-a-campaign-spotlight-on-generation-equality-encourage-new-generation-to-create-gender-equality-eliminating-violence-against-women-m/