Beyond The Village

“Don’t Look Up”: Reflections on a Sunday Movie Night

Last Sunday, our movie night featured “Don’t Look Up”. What are your thoughts? It’s certainly a time for reflection. How did you feel about the film’s ending? Was it a fitting commentary on society’s inaction? Which character or scene resonated most with you, and why? What are your thoughts on the movie, its characters, and … Read more

The Beauty of Difference: Thailand’s Mosaic of Ethnicities

Thailand, a nation known for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and rich history, holds a hidden treasure that makes it truly special: the diverse tapestry of ethnic groups that call this country home. Thailand boasts more than 60 unique ethnic communities, each contributing its own set of traditions, languages, and customs to the rich cultural … Read more

Not All Forest Fires Are Created Equal: Why Controlled Burning is Necessary

Thailand has faced a devastating challenge: wildfires. In 2023 alone, the nation grappled with an alarming loss of roughly 13% of its national forest heritage. This equates to wildfires ravaging an astonishing 13 million rai, with the northern region bearing the brunt—around 9 million rai. As harrowing as these statistics are, they highlight the pressing … Read more

“Eating a sausage affects the watershed forests of Nan.” Similarly, taking a bite of that hamburger might just be affecting the Amazon

It sounds hyperbolic, doesn’t it? How can a mere act of enjoying a sausage or biting into a juicy hamburger have repercussions on our world’s lush forests? Welcome to the Butterfly Effect in real life.   Thailand’s Nan Forest: From Canopy to Cornfields Dive into Thailand’s history, and you’ll find that about two decades ago, … Read more

Exploring Thailand’s Natural Symphony with ‘Praisan’

Unveil Thailand’s Auditory Landscape with ‘Praisan’: A Panorama of Natural Sounds from Across the Nation. Funded by a 2022 grant from the ‘Office of Safe and Creative Media Fund’ (Thai Media Fund), ‘Praisan’ is a crucial component of the ‘Project for Natural Sound for Mental and Knowledge Growth.’ The platform offers an extensive array of … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Anti-Greenwash CSR: What Conservationists Need to Know

The green revolution has been taking the corporate world by storm, with companies putting environmental projects at the forefront of their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. From hiring prominent environmentalists as brand ambassadors to initiating reforestation projects, constructing dams, and releasing animals into the wild—these activities often sound good on paper. But how many of … Read more

Uncovered: Northern Thailand’s Health Challenges – Respiratory Disease Disparities and Insights from Thailand’s Mortality Study

In December 2016, Suchunya Aungkulanon and her dedicated research team conducted a groundbreaking study, which was published in the International Journal for Equity in Health. This extensive research explored Thailand’s mortality rates spanning from 2001 to 2014, offering crucial insights into regional disparities and the transformative impact of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). A striking revelation … Read more

Falling in Love with Doi Suthep: Chiang Mai’s Enchanting Backyard

Doi Suthep is no ordinary mountain; it’s the living, breathing essence of Chiang Mai. Think of it as the city’s “backyard,” a versatile space that invites both scholarly exploration and soulful experiences. If you’re ready to go beyond the superficial, to form a deeper bond with this fascinating landmark, here’s how your love affair with … Read more

Commemorating 33 Years of Seub Nakhasathien

“The term “conservation” often means preserving something in its original state, but it also has another definition: the sustainable use of resources. It implies that while some parts of a resource can be used for benefit, the resource itself should remain intact. The key is to understand the regeneration rate of that resource so we … Read more