Participation in managing community waste in Ban Na Tang,Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District,Surin Province

Abstract

The main objectives of this research are as follows 1).To study the level ofcommunity participation in managing compost waste among the people in Ban NaTang, Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province. 2).To studythe creation of value from waste for the people in Ban Na Tang, Kwaen Srin RinSub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province. 3).To find strategies andmeasures for managing compost waste among the people in Ban Na Tang, Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province, using a mixed research

method combining quantitative and qualitative approaches. The quantitative research uses a sample group from the community in Ban Na Tang, Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province, with a total of 181 households and 504 individuals, divided into 4 villages: 1). Kum Sarttattham Village, 2). Kum Nam Samakkhi Village, 3).Kum Sripracha Village, and 4).Kum Burasanti Village, totaling 504 people. The research uses a multi-stage sampling technique, using a sample size determined by Taro Yamane's formula, resulting in a total sample size of 223 people. The survey questionnaire is used to collect data, with both open- ended and closed-ended questions. The quantitative data is analyzed with a confidence level of 95% and a significance level of 0.05, using statistical tests such as t-test, F-test, and one-way ANOVA. For qualitative research, in-depth interviews are conducted with 223 participants, including community leaders, volunteers, and community members, using purposive sampling and content analysis techniques were applied. The research findings revealed that

1. The overall level of public opinion regarding community participation in compost waste management in Ban Na Tang, Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province, is moderate. When considering each aspect individually, it is found that the average level of public opinion in all 4 aspects is moderate.
2. The results of comparing the levels of community participation in compost waste management among the people in Ban Na Tang, Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province, categorized by 6 aspects and according to personal istics such as gender, age, education level, average monthly tion, and status, indicate that individuals in the community with age, education level, average monthly income, occupation, and sta ferent levels of participation in compost waste management in Ban Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province. Overall, there are significant differences in the levels of community participation in compost waste management among the people in Ban Na Tang, Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province, based on these characteristics, with statistically significant differences at the 0.05 level, thus accepting the hypothesis set forth.

        3. The guidelines for community participation in compost waste management in Ban Na Tang, Kwaen Srin Rin Sub-district, Kwaen Srin Rin District, Surin Province, reveal the following: Regarding waste reduction: Villagers actively contribute ideas and participate in various activities related to reducing compost waste in the community. They consistently emphasize the importance of reducing compost waste. Within the community, there is good cooperation in reducing compost waste. Regarding reuse: Community members collaborate in transforming unused items into various materials for further use. This reflects the community's commitment to sustainable practices. Regarding benefiting from waste management: Community members are aware of and appreciate the benefits of compost waste management in the community. They are able to apply the knowledge gained from these activities for wn and the community's benefit, as well as pass it on to future ge Regarding evaluation: Overall, villagers closely monitor the evaluation process, indicating their strong commitment to sustainable waste management practices