All Thammasat University students who are interested in history, political science, economics, international relations, diplomacy, sociology, and related subjects may wish to attend a seminar on Wednesday, 16 December 2020.
The Facebook page of the Thammasat University Model United Nations Club has announced that the United Nations Youth Leaders Club Thammasat University in collaboration with the United Nations in Thailand is presenting an official seminar. The subject of the seminar is to look forward 25 years into the future. Its title is UN 2045: Where Does the 100-Year-Old United Nations Stand?
Participants will express their opinions and answer questions about the future direction of the United Nations.
The Thammasat University Library collection includes many books about the United Nations (UN) or published by the UN.
This year, as the United Nations in Thailand website indicates, on the 75th anniversary of the UN:
We invite you to look back at our contribution to Thailand in key elements: People, Prosperity, Planet, Peace and Partnership
The UN was founded on 24th October 1945 to promote international cooperation. The UN works across the world to ensure a better world for all. At present day, countries around the world are building a better future through a set of universal Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) or the #GlobalGoals to be achieved by 2030.
The SDGs are a global call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all individuals can enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. These 17 SDGs can be grouped by their key results into 5 key areas: People, Prosperity, Planet, Peace & Partnership.
With only 10 years left to achieve the SDGs, 2021-2030 are announced as the Decade of Action. It is the call for accelerating sustainable solutions to all the world’s biggest challenges — ranging from poverty and hunger to climate change, inequality and closing the finance gap…
- People
People includes the following Goals: No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Good Health and Well Being (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG 4) and Gender Equality (SDG 5).
We work to end poverty and hunger and strive to ensure that everyone can fulfil their greatest potential in a healthy environment. We also work to eliminate all forms of inequality and discrimination to ensure that everyone’s human rights are respected.
The UN in Thailand has particular focus on ending poverty and enhancing social protection, quality education and gender equality as well as addressing health challenges…
- Prosperity
Prosperity covers the following Goals: Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Industry Innovation and Infrastructure (SDG 9), Reduced Inequality (SDG 10), and Sustainable Cities and Communities goals (SDG 11)
UN Thailand supports the country to achieve the goal of equitable, inclusive and high-income economy. We work toward ensuring that all its residents can live fulfilling lives and that economic, social, and technological progress is achieved sustainably.
The UN in Thailand has particular focus on agriculture, clean energy, sustainable cities, industry, and infrastructure, as well as labour and migrant protection…
In 2019, key agencies whose activities directly contributing to the Prosperity results include UNDP, ILO, IOM, FAO, UNEP, UNHCR, UNIDO, and UNESCO.
- Planet
Planet covers the following Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), Climate Action (SDG 13), Life below Water (SDG 14) and Life on Land (SDG 15).
UN Thailand supports the country to protect the planet by encouraging sustainable consumption and production while also working to stop climate change and global warming. We assist the country to tackle drought and flooding and reduce our global carbon footprint so that future generations may continue to enjoy the use of the planet’s resources sustainably…
- Peace and Partnership
Peace and Partnership cover the following goals: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions (SDG 16) and Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17). Partnership for the Goals is the cross-cutting result across all result groups.
UN Thailand works to foster peaceful and inclusive societies that are free from fear and violence. We also work to build and strengthen partnerships among people from all around the world. We use this global solidarity and the participation of all countries to support the country to meet the needs of the most vulnerable.
Some key supports of UN Thailand to the country include the peaceful development of the Southern Border provinces, transparency and governance, human rights, and South-South cooperation…
The UN in Thailand has focused on the power of innovation and partnerships, especially among younger generations, in building a better future post COVID-19.
In addition, there has been a Thailand Economic Focus on Demographic change in Thailand: How planners can prepare for the future.
Further study has examined the Thai Agricultural Sector: From Problems to Solutions.
As another UN Thailand initiative, Naruthai Tansukasem, an advocate to end cyber-violence and online harassment has led a campaign of activism against gender-based violence.
At the Wednesday, 16 December event, the guest speaker will be Khun Onwara Poonsombat, a data management and coordination analyst from the UN in Thailand, to discuss what the UN in Thailand does and share opportunities for youth to engage with UN work.
The seminar will be held in Room 103 of the Faculty of Political Science (BIR Building), Tha Prachan campus from 4pm to 6:30pm.
TU students are cordially invited to register at this link.
Interested TU students also have until 18 December to register for this year’s Thammasat University Model United Nations (TUMUN) Conference 2021, a United Nations simulated forum where friends can develop in discussion, leadership, diplomacy, and cooperation.
Thai and foreign students aged from 16 to 25 who enjoy the UN, politics, international relations, international issues, and public speaking are invited to join the conference, to be held from 15 to 17 January 2021 at the Novotel Sukhumvit Bangkok.
Students older or younger than the recommended age guidelines may still be admitted, but must be currently enrolled in a high school or university.
Applications are accepted at this link.
As its website explains,
What is TUMUN?
Thammasat University Model United Nations was founded in 2011 by a group of young and passionate Thammasat students who have experienced MUN conferences abroad before and wish to open the window of opportunities for those students who MUN was their total stranger. Initially, the beginning of their quest was to develop leadership and competence of young people by recruiting them to attend MUN conferences abroad, such as Harvard National Model United Nations, Harvard World Model United Nations, and Cambridge University International Model United Nations. During these discussions, delegates will leave their comfort zone and challenge themselves to the limit, thus, enhancing their analytical thinking skill, public speaking skill, and their boost up their confidence.
Later, the TUMUN expanded itself by taking the task of raising awareness and interest about MUN among Thai youths. We have organized various activities in all three Thammasat campuses, namely Tha Prachan, Rangsit, and Lampang because we believe in equal distribution of opportunities notwithstanding logistic and other obstacles. We have also hosted off-campus activities to promote MUN society with other universities and Thai general youths. Most importantly we have held an annual TUMUN Conference to provide a platform for students, both local and international, to unlock their potential by attending a conference in Thailand, especially those who may not have sufficient means to attend conferences abroad.
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