Nakhon Si Thammarat Unites for Disaster Preparedness and Sustainable Community Resilience

On May 26, 2025, the project titled “Uniting Nakhon Si Thammarat for the Upcoming Disasters” held a strategic consultation forum to foster collaboration and practical solutions for disaster preparedness. The event was organized by the School of Public Health, Walailak University, in collaboration with the Konhenkon Foundation, with support from the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth). The forum took place at Phattharathammaphon Conference Hall, 9th Floor, Chulabhornvetjawat Building, Walailak Hospital. The forum was honored by the presence of the Governor of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, who presided over the opening ceremony. Also in attendance were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wichitpan Rongwong, Acting Director of the Research and Innovation Institute of Excellence, Walailak University, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Supabhorn Yimthiang, Dean of the School of Public Health. The event brought together over 140 participants, including faculty members, researchers, representatives from civil society, public and private sectors, and local administrative organizations. A total of 44 research concept proposals were presented during the forum, demonstrating the readiness and commitment of local stakeholders to build a more robust and responsive disaster management system. The proposals focused on developing projects tailored to the specific needs of the region and aimed at operational implementation at the provincial level. The outcomes of the discussion are expected to lead to the development of full project proposals for potential funding from multiple national sources. These include the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth), the National Health Security Office, the Environmental Fund, the ThaiCI Fund, the Energy Conservation Promotion Fund, the Electricity Development Fund, and the Science, Research and Innovation Promotion Fund. This initiative marks a significant step for Nakhon Si Thammarat in advancing a proactive and sustainable disaster preparedness agenda. It also serves as a model of cross-sectoral integration to create a safer and more resilient future for the province and its communities.