DRIVING MECHANISM FOR PROMOTING AND DEVELOPING LOCAL INITIATIVES OF YALA RAJABHAT UNIVERSITY ON IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR POOR HOUSEHOLDS AND DISADVANTAGED GROUP

Abstract

This research aimed to 1) Study the mechanism of spatial development, and 2) Develop an integrated approach to promote and enhance local areas associated with Yala Rajabhat University, focusing on improving the quality of life for poor households and disadvantaged group. The study was a research and development project involving 143 participants, including university administrators, local government organization presidents, community development supervisors, academics in community development from sub-districts, and headmen from sub-districts that signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding local development initiatives with Yala Rajabhat University. Research tools included an interview form and a brainstorming forum. Data were analyzed using content analysis and summarization methods. The research results indicate that the mechanism system for driving local development work is both appropriate and effective in enhancing the quality of life for poor households and disadvantaged individuals. This system operates through 4 key mechanisms: 1) The committee for driving local promotion and development work at the university; 2) The subcommittee for implementing the Rajabhat University project for local development; 3) The committee focused on improving the quality of life for poor households and disadvantaged groups in the area; and 4) The working group dedicated to promoting and supporting the Yala Rajabhat University project for local development. In addition, there are guidelines for integrating work, where universities should play a role in setting policy frameworks because they are the source of budget support. Subdistrict administrative organizations in the operational areas should reflect development needs to universities, assess and examine household data, and consider the selection of target groups to participate in the project. They should also monitor operations. Meanwhile, the District Community Development Office plays a role in supporting, advising, and recommending operations, as well as jointly monitoring and evaluating results.