The model of participation in the promotion of art and culture of the Mayong, Muang District, Pattani Province, Thailand

Abstract

This article is part of a research study that was conducted on participation in the promotion of the sustainable local culture in the border provinces. This is a case study of the Mayong show, Muang District, Pattani Province, which aims to present a model of participation in the process of promoting the art and culture of Mayong. At Muang District, of Pattani Province, in Thailand, a Qualitative study was conducted. Here the used research tools include in-depth interviews, observations, and participatory action research. The ten informants were: two people from the Mahayong Group, five people from that area, two government officials, and one private official. By paraphrasing, analyzing the data, summarizing the problem, and presenting the findings through descriptive analysis, it was found that the model of participation in the promotion of art and culture of the Mahong: FNDOA consists of the following: (1) F-Finding the root cause from the travel problems, lack of interest, and contradictions to religious principles (2) N-Network affiliate planning comprising systematic planning with the state, private faculty of music, and the people (3) D-Development and participation through continuous Mahong performances and development of cultural information centers in the community (4) O-Open performance areas and learning centers) for organizing performances and also for Knowledge creation outside the classroom in a community area (5) A-Assessment of Participation for assessing the development, short-term participation, and long-term assessments, including the support at the policy level that emphasizes participation from all sectors.