Collaboration Between Government and Community in Reducing Economic Inequality Through Vocational Training Programs to Elevate Households with Income Below Basic Needs Criteria in North Takuk Subdistrict, Wiphawadi District, Surat Thani Province
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This article aims to: 1) study the training curriculum needs for career development among households with income below the basic necessity data threshold, 2) design career development training curricula for households with income below the basic necessity data threshold, and 3) examine the collaboration model between the government and community sectors in reducing economic inequality through career development training curricula to uplift households with income below the basic necessity data threshold.
The researcher employed qualitative research methodology and research & development (R&D) approaches through documentary research, in-depth interviews, and small group discussions categorized by informant groups. Data were collected from stakeholders including: 1) 15 representatives of households with income below the basic necessity data threshold, 2) 2 officials responsible for caring for and assisting households with income below the basic necessity data threshold, 3) 2 experts in career development curriculum design and 1 instructor with curriculum design knowledge, and 4) 2 local wisdom keepers with knowledge about community career promotion and household accounting. Key informants were selected through purposive sampling based on target groups participating in the project, experienced officials who understand the local context, and those with specialized knowledge in curriculum design. Data analysis was conducted through content analysis with data saturation verification.
Research findings revealed: 1) Training curricula that meet the demands consist of 9 curricula. 2) The designed career development training curricula to uplift households with income below the basic necessity data threshold comprise 5 curricula. 3) The collaboration model between the government and community sectors in reducing economic inequality through career development training curricula to uplift households with income below the basic necessity data threshold demonstrates that the government plays a primary role in policy formulation, implementation, and budget support, while communities play a crucial role in providing resource support, participating in curriculum design, and collaborating in monitoring at the local level.
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