Public Participation in Cultural Conservation, Ban Pho Kong, Chulapue Subdistrict, Prasat District, Surin Province

Abstract

The objectives of this study are as follows 1. To investigate the history and general conditions of the community in Ban Phokong, Chuea Phloeng Subdistrict, Prasat District, Surin Province. 2. To examine the level of community participation in preservation of the culture of Ban Phokong, Chuea Phloeng Subdistr strict, Surin Province, and 3. To enhance community participation conservation of the culture of Ban Phokong, Chuea Phloeng Subdistrict, Prasat District, vince. This research employs a mixed-methods approach. Qu search involves data collection through surveys from 233 responden statistical analysis methods such as frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and analysis of variance. Qualitative research is conducted through in-depth views with key informants, including village leaders, assistant village lea lunteers, totaling 8 individuals. Data analysis for qualitative research ent analysis, categorization, synthesis into common themes or main pnt discussions. The research findings indicate that 1) overall, the level opinion regarding community participation in the preservation of the culture of Ban ng, Chuea Phloeng Subdistrict, Prasat District, Surin Province, is at a el. When examining specific aspects, it was found that the average level ion in all four areas falls within the moderate range. This suggests mmunity members generally have a moderate level of opinion about c involvement in cultural preservation. 2)The results of comparing public opinions regarding community involvement in preserving the culture of Ban Phokong, Chuea Phloeng Sub-district, Prasat District, Surin Province, show that the residents with different gender, average monthly income, and local origin (by birth) have similar opinions ons on The involvement. Therefore, the hypothesis set forth was reje other hand, residents with different age, educational level, duration of community, and occupation have differing opinions on The invol, these differences are statistically significant at the 0.05 level, and accept the hypothesis as stated, and 3) Community involvement in preserving the ure of Ban Phokong, Chuea Phloeng Sub-district, Prasat District, Surin Pro zes increasing participation in decision-making, encouraging residenteir opinions and engage in discussions on various community mat htened involvement extends to organizing significant events and activit at preserving cultural traditions and heritage, ensuring that these age-old cultural practices continue to be passed down through the generations. Furthermore, the community collaborates to promote and share their culture through various media, including teaching the younger generation and utilizing the internet to ensure the culture's enduring presence in the collective memory. When it comes to community involvement in reaping the benefits, the focus is on increasing people's awareness and understanding of the value of preserving cultural traditions and heritage. The goal is to empower individuals to use the knowledge they gain from participating in cultural activities for their own benefit as well as the benefit of the community. Additionally, it aims to facilitate the transmission of this knowledge to future generations. In terms of community participation in evaluating outcomes, it encourages individuals to actively participate in various cultural preservation activities so that they can closely monitor and contribute to the assessment of these activities