SDG4 – Thammasat Sustainability

by Thammasat SDG Unit - October 23, 2024October 23, 2024

Encouraging women in subjects where they are underrepresented

The Girls in ICT Day Thailand 2023 – collaboration with International Telecommunication Union and UNESCO

School of Global Studies, Thammasat University, together with ITU hosted “International Girls in ICT Day – Thailand 2023“ ,under the theme “Digital Skills Seminar on Emerging Technology and Digital Skills”. This seminar aims to deliver basic levels of digital skills training in various areas of ICT, including Emerging Technology and digital skills development, hence, encourage girls and young women to pursue their studies in STEM, enhance their level of digital skills, raise awareness on meaningful and safe use of ICT, and strengthen the Girls in ICT day online community.

The ICT sector is a growing sector for education in both developed and developing countries. This means that qualified female students in technical fields around the world have significant opportunities available to them. These are excellent opportunities in particular for highly skilled girls and young women who are still a minority when it comes to STEM education and careers. Developing initiatives and activities to promote and encourage girls to take up study in STEM and ICT is hence a requirement. To date, over 377,000 girls and young women have (aged 12-24) taken part in more than 11,400 celebrations of International Girls in ICT Day in 171 countries worldwide.

Girls in ICT Day provides an opportunity for girls and young women to see and be exposed to the benefit of ICT in enabling their career and aspiration. Girls in ICT Day Thailand initiative aims to encourage girls and young woman to pursue studying STEM, enhance their level of digital skill, and raise awareness on meaningful and safe use of ICT. Girls in ICT activities will follow the 2023 theme of “Digital Skills for Life.” According to ITU’s latest data, the proportion of women using the Internet globally amounts to 57 per cent, compared to 62 per cent of men. In relative terms, this means that the global Internet use gender gap stands at 8.78 per cent. If women are unable to access the internet and feel unsafe online, they are unable to develop digital skills and participate in digital spaces, diminishing their opportunities to pursue a career in STEM fields.

The opening ceremony will also introduce the digital skills training programmes that will take place virtually throughout the Girls in ICT Day Thailand 2023 on 27 April 2023. Initiatives included the six digital skills training programs: Leadership Program, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technologies towards SDGs, and Technology for Online Challenge that will take place throughout the Girls in ICT Day Thailand 2023 event.

For more information on the “Girls in ICT Day Thailand 2023”, please refer to:
School of Global Studies, Thammasat University – Girls in ICT Day Thailand 2023

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University Outreach – SIIT hosted an online workshop “The Girl in Control”

Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology (SIIT), Thammasat University, in collaboration with IEEE Control System Society, Thailand Chapter and Srinakharinwirot University Prasarnmit Demonstration School, hosted an online workshop on the topic “The Girl in Control” to provide the fundamental knowledge of engineering concepts.

The primary target group is female high school students and students who have studied the basic principles of control engineering through the online coding learning via Scratch Program.

This online workshop is an international collaboration among members of the IEEE Control System Society worldwide to foster imagination and encourage youth learning about science, technology and engineering. especially girls, to be interested in applying the knowledge gained to the problems in daily life and to pursue further study in the field of engineering.

by Thammasat SDG Unit - October 23, 2024November 8, 2024

Women Applications, Entry and Participation at Thammasat University

Thammasat University is committed to fostering a gender-inclusive and equitable environment for all students, staff, and visitors. We actively work to prevent discrimination and harassment based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.

We have established several initiatives to increase the number of women applying to and enrolling in Thammasat University programs. Starting from the applications and entry process, Thammasat University has published a notification of policy for women applications and entry “Policy on Gender Equality and Non-Discrimination Against Women, LGBT People, and People with Disabilities” addresses in section 3 “Guidelines to Non-discrimination and Gender Equality Promotion”, item #2 which stated that in the recruitment and selection of students for enrollment, admission and scholarship provision, a strong commitment across all disciplines to equality shall be upheld, with a particular focus on encouraging and supporting the application, entry, and recruitment of women, and item#3 which stated that all personnel shall embody the principles of equality and non-discrimination, ensuring that women are not subject to an unequal treatment in recruitment, participation or advancement.

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The policy aims to promote gender equality (SDG5) and reduce inequalities (SDG10) by addressing matters related to the application, acceptance, admission, gender discrimination, and other involvement of women at Thammasat University. All faculties must ensure that the applicants’ qualifications for admission, scholarship, and skill development are not limited by gender.

Our commitment to gender equality extends to all aspects of university life, including education, employment, and social activities. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where women feel safe, respected, and valued.

To achieve our goals and equal opportunities for women applications and entry, we are implementing a comprehensive approach that includes:

Promoting women’s participation:
We are actively working to increase the number of women applying to and enrolling in Thammasat University programs. We are also implementing measures to ensure that women have equal access to academic resources, scholarship opportunities, and support services.
Addressing gender-based barriers:
We are identifying and addressing any barriers that may prevent women from fully participating in university life. This includes addressing issues such as gender-based violence, discrimination, and harassment.
Enhancing women’s participation in leadership positions
Under the policy on “Gender equality and non-discrimination against women, LGBT and people with disabilities” in item #3 states that for job postings, the applicant qualification requirements shall specify educational or skills that correspond with the job description, regardless of the gender, age, maternity, physical status, social status, ethnicity, or social class.
Creating a supportive environment:
We are working to create a supportive and inclusive environment where women feel safe, respected, and empowered to succeed. This includes providing counseling services, mentorship programs, and other resources for women students. We are also working to remove barriers that may prevent women from accessing and participating in university life, such as gender-based violence, discrimination, and harassment.
Collaborating with external partners:
Thammasat explores partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and other organizations to promote gender equality, to address gender-based discrimination, and to create job opportunities for female students and graduates to equip with skills required for their potential jobs. These partnerships allow us to leverage resources and expertise to achieve our goals.

By taking these steps, Thammasat University is working to create a more just and equitable environment for all members of our community, with a particular focus on empowering women.

Women enrollment statistics

From the year 2019 until 2023, there were 133,462 female students enrolled in the undergraduate and postgraduate degree at Thammasat University which accounted for 64.09% of the total number of students. For the academic year 2022-2023, among 8,379 students starting a degree, 5,497 were women. Similarly, among the 1st generation students starting a degree, 68.1% were women.

Engineers and health science fields are often the subjects that women are underrepresented. The Faculty of Engineer, Thammasat University (TSE), was a pioneer in providing opportunities and promoting diversity and inclusion for women to become successful as much as men in the engineering career. Nowadays, women represented 35% of all students in TSE. New fields and curriculums are open to broaden the potential of women engineer by emphasizing more on soft skills and innovations.

by Thammasat SDG Unit - October 22, 2024November 12, 2024

Health Outreach Programs and Projects in the Local Community to Improve or Promote Health & Well-being

Thammasat University delivered outreach programs and projects, both as the on-going and ad-hoc programs, in the local communities and remote rural areas of Thailand, to improve and promote health & well-being in the areas of hygiene, dental care, aging well, exercise, holistic healthcare, and other health and well-being services.

Highlights:

The “mobile dental units to provide free dental care services and dental hygiene knowledge, organized by the Faculty of Dentistry
The “mobile medical units” to provide health services and giving advices on health issues to the general public by the Faculty of Medicine and volunteer students from other health-science faculties.
The “mobile community health education program” provided by the Faculty of Public Health and the Faculty of Nursing on physical therapy, dementia prevention, knowledge of pharmaceuticals, and elderly exercise.

Thammasat Royal Mobile Dental Units

Thammasat Royal Mobile Dental Unit, under Faculty of Dentistry, Thammasat University, organized a “free” dental service project for people in the area in Patumthani province and in various remote areas. Thammasat University was granted with the royal permission to establish the “Thammasat Royal Mobile Dental Unit” since January 11, 1999. The project is aimed to providing the “free of charge” dental services to the public, to promoting the importance of dental health care and to educating the proper oral hygiene care to themselves and their families, especially the elderly.

Throughout 2023, the dental service project offered free dental service to the people in Luang Prabang (Lao), Chachoengsao Province, Pathum Thani Young Male Correctional Center, Khlong Luang community (Pathum Thani Province), Bang Duea Subdistrict, underprivileged children and oral care and hygience training in several districts and communities in Pathum Thani. Each year, there were more than 1,500 people have been serviced from Thammasat Royal Mobile Dental Unit.

Most projects were funded by the Royal Dental Fund under His Majesty the King and Alumni Relation Office with approximately 45 medical staffs participated in these projects.

The other was a campaign called “Shared Smiles” which offer full mouth denture service and root canal treatment, starting from July 1, 2022 until June 30, 2023 at Student Dental Clinic, Thammasat University.
โครงการรักษารากฟันแบ่งปันรอยยิ้ม (Jul,2022-Jun,2023)

Thammasat Mobile Medical Units – health check-up services for the local community

From January until December, 2023, the mobile health service unit from the Healthcare Service Center, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, and all health-related faculties within Thammasat University, have regularly provided the annual check-up services, influenza vaccination to factories in several industrial park and companies, kindergarten, schools, universities in the nearby locations, and the communities in various provinces such as:

1. Mobile Medical Unit – Free health check-up services for the residents of Khu Khot Municipality
2. Mobile Medical Unit – Free health services to students (Grade 1-4) at Kongfahwattanawit School, Rangsit Municipality (Jun,2023)
3. Mobile Medical Unit – Fee health check-up services for the public aged 35 and above in Lam Luk Ka Subdistrict Municipality “Chronic Non-Communicable Disease Screening Program” (Sep, 2023)
4. Mobile Medical Unit – โครงการส่งเสริมสุขภาพชุมชนศูนย์ความเป็นเลิศด้านโรคภูมิแพ้ โรคหืด และโรคระบบหายใจ (Jan,2024)

These outreaches enhanced public health access by offering essential medical services to the local community. The collaboration among health-related faculties aims to integrate various health services, promote interdisciplinary education, and conduct research in areas related to medicine, public health, and wellness. The initiative strengthens healthcare delivery and academic programs through shared resources and expertise, benefiting students, faculty, and the surrounding communities.

On September 3, 2023, the Health Service Center of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences conducted a health screening service for residents of Lamlukka Subdistrict Municipality aged 35 and above. The Chronic Disease Screening Program designed to screen for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease for Lamlukka Subdistrict Municipality. This initiative focuses on identifying risk factors through health assessments and screenings to promote timely interventions. The program helps raise awareness, encourage lifestyle changes, and provide necessary medical referrals to improve overall public health and prevent the worsening of chronic conditions.
ศูนย์บริการสุขภาพคณะสหเวชศาสตร์ ออกหน่วยให้บริการตรวจสุขภาพแก่ประชาชนในเทศบาลตำบลลำลูกกา อายุตั้งแต่ 35 ปีขึ้นไป ในโครงการคัดกรองโรคไม่ติดต่อเรื้อรัง (Sep,2023)

Thammasat Mobile Community Health Education Program

On September 3, 2023, the Health Service Center of the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Thammasat University, in collaboration with the Public Health and Environment Division of Tha Khlong Municipality, organized a health education training. Participants received health check-up results and consulted with professors and medical technologists. This event was part of the “Empowering Bodies, Strengthening Minds” project aimed at enhancing the well-being of Tha Khlong residents, held at Thai Thani East Community.

Other mobile health education programs are such as:

ภาควิชากายภาพบำบัดร่วมกับภาควิชาเทคนิคการแพทย์ คณะสหเวชศาสตร์ ธรรมศาสตร์ และเทศบาลเมืองคลองหลวง จัดโครงการ ส่งเสริมสุขภาพและพัฒนาคุณภาพชีวิตผู้สูงอายุในชุมชน เข้าร่วมกิจกรรมทดสอบสมรรถภาพทางกาย ตรวจวิเคราะห์ความเสี่ยงโรคไต (Nov, 2023)
On December 21-22, 2023, the Thammasat Nursing Student Committee, led by a third-year nursing student and head of the volunteer division, along with other faculty, staff, and 43 student volunteers, organized a volunteer project at Wat Nam Aab School in Ang Thong Province. The project aimed to instill a sense of social responsibility in nursing students and promote teamwork and community engagement through volunteer activities.

In addition to the health check-up services, the knowledge of pharmaceuticals, physical therapy, and elderly exercise are as essential. Hence, The Community Health Program at the Faculty of Public Health, Thammasat University (Lampang Campus) organized a health education activity for the elderly in Ban Dong Dam community at the Dong Dam Subdistrict Municipality in Li District, Lamphun Province. The activity focused on teaching skills related to nutrition and exercise specifically for elderly participants.

On July 11, 2023, the Health Promotion Unit of the Faculty of Nursing at Thammasat University organized the event “Dementia and Prevention in the Elderly,” and conducted brain exercise activities which was a part of the assessments for the 6th generation of the Elderly School project at Bang Phun Municipality, held at the Bang Phun Municipality Meeting Room in Pathum Thani Province.

Please see more details of the other activities during 2022-2023 provided by the mobile health service unit from the Healthcare Service Center, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Thammasat University from this links. Healthcare Service Center, Thammasat University

by webmaster - November 7, 2020November 19, 2021

Service Learning Policy: Engaging local stakeholders for university education and SDGs

Since 2014, Thammasat University though Academic Affairs Department has promoted “service learning” approach in the university education by providing a special funding to support faculties who want to initiate service learning course. Under this funding guideline, it requires faculty substantial engaging with communities and stakeholders to the teaching and learning process.

In 2019, the university support 100,000 – 300,000 baht for the approved service learning courses. The amount of the funding is based on the size of the project. At the end of the year, the university gives awards to projects that are proved to be sustainable, efficient, participatory, and engaging several external partners.

Please see the university’s policies and regulations on service learning:

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by webmaster - October 30, 2020November 19, 2021

The Thai translation of the comic “The Planet and the 17 Goals”

SDG Move contacted Margreet de Heer, a Dutch author, and got an approval for the translation of the comic “The Planet and the 17 Goals”, which is the cooperation between UNICEF, PCI Media, World’s Largest Lesson, PVBLIC, and Reading with Pictures. The comic was released for the first time in English version in September 2015, and was then translated into several languages around the world.

SDG Move team translated the comic and published via SDG Move website and facebook page in July 2020. It can be accessed via the link below. It has been well received by Thai audience especially Thai teachers who want to teach SDGs to their pupils.

Link to comic: https://www.sdgmove.com/2020/07/21/the-planet-and-the-17-goals-thai/

by webmaster - October 30, 2020March 14, 2025

SDG Lab: School of Global Studies

The School of Global Studies, Thammasat University, launched SDG Lab to bring together academics, experts, students, innovators, and local communities to create solutions to mobilise Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The SDG Lab’s mission encompasses the following key areas:

Community Outreach: Bridging the SDG framework with local communities and contextual realities.
SDG Innovation: Facilitating design sprints, incubators, accelerators, and hackathons to foster innovative solutions.
SDG Mapping and Training: Providing comprehensive mapping and training programmes related to the SDGs.
SDG Research: Conducting rigorous research to support and inform SDG implementation.