Pho : Perspective Dimension in Producing Buddhist Creative Media in Conserving Natural Resources and Environment of Youth in the Huai Kha Khaeng World Heritage Area

Abstract

The objectives of this research article were 1) to enhance the awareness of youth in conserving natural resources and the environment in the Huai Kha Khaeng World Heritage Area; 2) to promote the production of Buddhist creative media in conserving natural resources and the environment of youth in the Huai Kha Khaeng World Heritage Area; and 3) to create a youth network to produce Buddhist creative media for conservation of natural resources and the environment in the Huai Kha Khaeng World Heritage Area. This research was the action research using a documentary study, a focus group discussion with experts to develop a framework for enhancing youth awareness of natural resources and the environment in the Huai Kha Khaeng World Heritage Area, and an academic seminar for development of knowledge and strengthening of youth consciousness and workshops to develop skills in producing Buddhist creative media using descriptive content analysis to draw research conclusions. The results of the research found that 1) in strengthening youth consciousness in conserving natural resources and the environment in the Huai Kha Khaeng World Heritage Area through academic seminars, at the end of the training, youth trainees had knowledge, understanding, and attitudes that towards the conservation of natural resources and the environment in a better direction; 2) in terms of promoting the production of Buddhist creative media for the conservation of natural resources and the environment of youth through a workshop, at the end of the workshop, the youth trainees had knowledge, understanding, and skills in planning, filming, editing, and presenting creative media at a higher level and with more confidence; and 3) creating a youth network to produce Buddhist creative media for the conservation of natural resources and the environment in the area of Huai Kha Khaeng World Heritage Site from research consisted of the Sangha, Conservation Area Administration Office No. 12, Sueb Nakhasathien Foundation, leaders of public sector organizations, Secondary Educational Service Area Office, Provincial Public Relations Office, documentary producer, television media producers, parents, teachers, and students that came together to develop knowledge, attitudes, and skills for youth.