HIGHLIGHTS

• Puey Ungphakorn School of Development Studies, Thammasat University, joins forces with public and private sector partners to present the Star CSR Award 2026, recognising CSR leaders and organisations that create meaningful social impact through responsible business practices.
• The award reinforces Thammasat’s vision as a “University for the People”, highlighting CSR as a long-term commitment beyond philanthropy—one that contributes to reducing inequality, advancing social justice, and building a more sustainable society.
• The initiative strengthens collaboration across academia, government, and industry, showcasing 11 outstanding CSR role models and promoting knowledge exchange to drive Thailand’s industrial sector toward inclusive growth and sustainable development.

On 23 January 2026, the Puey Ungphakorn School of Development Studies, Thammasat University, in collaboration with the CSR Thai Club and the Department of Industrial Works, hosted the “Star CSR Award 2026” ceremony. The award recognises outstanding role models in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) within Thailand’s industrial sector, with a focus on advancing business practices that simultaneously reduce inequality and promote social justice.

Reinforcing the Vision of a “University for the People”

Professor Dr Supasawad Chardchawarn, President of Thammasat University, who presided over the ceremony, stated that the Star CSR Award reflects the University’s commitment to being a “University for the People”. Beyond generating knowledge and innovation, the University seeks to cultivate “agents of change” equipped to address global challenges.

He emphasised that CSR is not merely a one-off charitable activity, but a sustained responsibility and public-minded commitment that serves as a vital force in steering Thai society towards sustainability. The presentation of the awards therefore reaffirms a shared determination to build a better and more equitable society.

From Policy to Tangible Practice

Associate Professor Weeraboon Visaratasakul, Dean of the Puey Ungphakorn School of Development Studies, noted that the Star CSR Award is being presented for the second consecutive year. The award aims to honour individuals whose CSR initiatives have delivered measurable and concrete outcomes.

This year, 11 recipients were recognised, ranging from operational-level practitioners to senior executives, underscoring that social responsibility is a collective commitment shared across all levels of an organisation.

In addition to the award ceremony, the event featured a CSR exhibition, providing a platform for knowledge exchange and fostering collaboration among academia, government agencies, and the business sector to explore pathways for reducing inequality and promoting environmentally responsible growth.

Strengthening Thai Industry Through Collaboration

The event was supported by key partners from diverse sectors. The President of the CSR Thai Club remarked that the award serves as a testament to the collective power of all sectors in elevating national CSR standards. Meanwhile, the Director of the Eco-Industrial Development Division at the Department of Industrial Works highlighted that the award will function as an important mechanism in encouraging Thailand’s industrial sector to achieve economic growth alongside sustainable social and environmental stewardship.