Guideline for Creating Participation of Public Sector Networks in Preventing and Solving Drug Problems: A Case Study of Nakhon Luang Sub-District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province

Abstract

This research aims to: 1. study the level of government support, network leadership roles, network strength, and participation of public sector networks in preventing and solving drug problems in Nakhon Luang Sub-district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province; and 2. propose approaches for public sector networks participation in preventing and solving drug problems in Nakhon Luang Sub-district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. This research employed a mixed-methods approach. For the quantitative research, the sample group of 240 people, to prevent misunderstanding the researcher collected data from 360 samples. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics including mean and standard deviation. For the qualitative research, data were collected through in-depth interviews with 6 key informants, and focus group 30 people. The research instrument used was a semi-structured interview, and results were analyzed using content analysis.

Research Findings 1. The levels of government support, network leadership roles, network strength, and participation of public sector networks in preventing and solving drug problems in Nakhon Luang Sub-district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province were at a high level. 2. approaches for public sector networks participation in preventing and solving drug problems in Nakhon Luang Sub-district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province were: (1) Creating effective communication and public relations mechanisms (2) Government support must be comprehensive (3) Network leaders must have knowledge, capabilities. (4) Network strength. (5) Creating understanding and awareness in communities (6) Developing training systems and building network capabilities. (7) Creating diverse activities appropriate for different target groups. (8) Creating systematic monitoring and evaluation system