A study of the Problems of Stateless and Stateless Monks and Novices: Access to Public Health Services Chiang Mai Province

Abstract

The objectives of this research were to 1) study the information of monks and novices who are stateless, 2) Study the problem of accessing health services for stateless monks and novices in Chiang Mai Province. It is action research. The sample group was made up of stateless monks and novices in five districts (1) Hang Dong 104 (2) Chai Prakan 32 (3) Fang 60 (4) Wiang Haeng 17 (5); Doi Saket 14; total 227. The research tool was a survey-based action plan for monks and novices. without proof of registration. Analyze inductive data and present survey data. Recommendations: A 13-digit identification number should be assigned to stateless monks and novices. and the group code G to access the right to medical treatment or establish a fund for medical treatment and access to education.
The research results were as followed:
1. Studying the data of stateless monks and novices, researchers found that basic access to a citizen requires a 13-digit ID number to enter the civil registration system and get the right to a stable home for life. access to education, medical treatment, receiving protection, entering the judicial system from the government sector, and the right to health services to improve the quality of life according to human rights.
2. Study the problem of accessing health services. Stateless, stateless monks, and Novices in Chiang Mai province found that monks and novices are stateless and have no status to become monks in Buddhism. no matriculation certificate. The issuing of certificates to monks and novices gives them access to health services. medical treatment Not eligible for any health insurance. This affects the quality of life. Therefore, all parties should work together to promote stateless monks and novices having equal rights with other people.