The Characteristics of Model Youth Network Promoting Non-Violence through Cross-Cultural Learning to Meet the Expectations of People in Three Southern Border Provinces of Thailand
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This qualitative study aimed to investigate the characteristics of a model youth network promoting non-violence through cross–cultural learning, based on the expectations of the people in three southern border provinces of Thailand. Data collected from 203 key informants through in–depth interviews, focus group discussions, and brainstorming sessions. The informants included members of the youth council administration, directors of Shelter for Children and Families, government officials, youth representatives, religious leaders, academics, and youth. Data was analyzed using verbatim transcriptions, content analysis, triangulation, and synthesis with academic documents. The findings were verified by experts in the fields of behavioral science, child and youth development, and the southern border provinces’ context, with a consistency index of 0.98, and revised as feedback.
The findings revealed that the characteristics of the model youth network consisted of 1) a diverse group of youths from different ethnicities and religions, 2) cross–cultural learning through activities, 3) constructive communication and conflict resolution, 4) fairness and respect for diversity, 5) linkages with the community, and 6) connecting youth with digital technology.
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