International Conference on Rekindle the Logic of Women and Security in Southeast Asian Conflict 2018 General Information (Source: https://asiasociety.org/blood-flows-thailands-deep-south) Background of the Conference The Center of Excellence on Women and Social Security (CEWSS) at Walailak University, southern Thailand and the Thai Studies Program, Department of Southeast Asian Studies at University of Malaya, Malaysia are jointly organizing the International Conference on "Rekindle the Logic of Women and Security in Southeast Asia". This is the conference for a collaborative writing project entitled, (Muslim) Women Activist/m in Conflict Zone in Southeast Asia funded by Walailak University and Thai Studies Program, Department of Southeast Asian Studies, University of Malaya. The project aims to generate knowledge and debate on women in conflict situations who have challenged the perceptions of human security by their states, societies, and cultures. Researches on women s and gender issues have been showed the important contributions of women in Southeast Asia holding high status. Yet gender disparities and gender-based violence in this region as well as women encountered armed conflict between states and insurgent groups are also pronounced the insecure experiences differently than men. With a focus on Southeast Asian women experiences in different types of conflict, the conference project will reexamine perspectives of women and security in Southeast Asia. It is marked from the liberal institutional to human security approaches, particularly within the context of peace and security processes.
Aim of the Conference 1) To provide a forum for scholars, feminists, bureaucrats, and activists to present their studies and perspectives of women, conflict, peace and security in Southeast Asia, 2) To strengthen academic network on gender, conflict and human security in Southeast Asia, 3) To document the research papers into journal, the selected papers which will be presented at the conference would be included in an edited volume with the aim of contributing new insights to the debate on women, gender, and the change of security concepts in conflict ridden societies. The volume would endeavor to generate knowledge and provide resource for preventing violence efforts. Where is WU? This fully autonomous state university under the supervision of the Minister of Education was established in Southern Thailand in 1992. Walailak University has 1,450 hectares, making it the largest campus of any university in Thailand. In 2018, the university offers tertiary education in a number of faculties including School of Agricultural Technology, Allied Health Sciences, Architecture and Design, Engineering and Resources Management, Informatics, Political Sciences and Law, Public Health, Liberal Arts, Management, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Science; Akkhraratchakumari Veterinary College, International College, and International College of Dentistry. How to go? International Flight: From Manila to Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport) Cebu Pacific Philippines Airlines Thai Airways Air Asia 6.15-8.45 AM 9.45 PM -12.05 AM 2.25-4.45 PM 12.55-3.25 PM 8.15-10.30 PM 6.25-8.40 PM
7.10-9.50 PM International Flight: From Banda Aceh to Kuala Lumpur Air Asia Jet star 8.25-11.00 AM 8.25-11.00 AM International Flight: From Kuala Lumpur to Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport) Air Asia Malaysia Airlines Thai Airways 6.35-7.50 AM 8.20-9.30 AM 10.40-11.55 AM 11.25 AM-12.40 PM 1.30-2.45 PM 2.15-3.30 PM 4.45-6.00 PM 5.20-7.05 PM 6.35-7.50 PM 7.45-8.50 PM 8.40-9.55 PM 9.05-10.15 AM 12.05-1.25 PM 3.10-4.20 PM 4.10-5.20 PM 5.45-6.55 PM 10.15-11.20 PM 8.05-9.10 AM 1.20-2.20 PM 8.55-10.05 PM International Flight: From Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai 1 Air Asia 10.50-11.05 AM 3.10-3.20 PM Domestic Flight: Bangkok (Don Mueang International Airport) to Nakhon ssi Thammarat Nok Air Air Asia Thai lion Air 6.00-7.15 AM 10.50-11.20 AM 2.00-3.15 PM 2.15-3.35 PM 4.00-5.10 PM 6.50-8.05 AM 11.05 AM-12.25 PM 2.45-4.05 PM 6.25-7.40 PM 8.25-9.35 AM 11.50 AM-1.00 PM 1.35-2.45 PM 4.20-5.30 PM 1 Hat Yai is the hub in southern Thailand. This province is far from Nakhon Si Thammarat for 3 hours driving.
Public Transportation - Airport taxi There are taxi and car rental counters located near arrivals exit at the airport - Public van 2 Timetable: 07.30 AM - 06.30 PM WU Stop: Public transportation center (opposite students dormitory) In town: Behind Wat Wang Tawan ok Near Sahathai Plaza, Sriprach Road Phone No.: 086-952-1312 (Walailak University), 084-844-6902 (In town) - Mini truck (Song Taew) Timetable: 07.00 AM - 06.00 PM Walailak University: Public transportation center (opposite students dormitory) In town: In front of Kasikhon Bank near Thawang intersection, Ratchadamnoen road. Phone No.: 086-685-7671 - University Shuttle Bus 3 Timetable: 8.40-17.05 There are 6 routes: Green, Red, Blue, Light Blue, Grey and Yellow The Grey route passes some hotels along the way to university. More Information : Mr.Somkit 086-739-8829, Nakhon DC company 075-312-500 2 More information, please visit: https://www.wu.ac.th/en/campuslife/13281/public-transportation-train, 3 More information, please visit https://www.wu.ac.th/th/news/13751
Accommodation Walailak Hospitality Center (Ruen Walai Hotel) ADDRESS: Walailak University, Hua Taphan, Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160 Phone: 075-384 -145 Price: 700-1500 Baht Madison Hotel and Cafe Address:Tha Sala, Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160 Phone: 075-355- 988 Price: 700-1000 Baht
Wannachart Boutique Resort Address: 30/12-13 Moo 13, Thasala,, Tha Sala, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160, Thailand Phone: 088-950-5062 Price: 700-1500 Baht Pava Place* Address: 152/38 Tha Sala, Tha Sala, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160 Phone: 081-891-3838 Price: 700-1,000 Baht
The Modern* Address: Tha Sala, Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160 Phone: 098 507 7889 Price: 499-599 Baht Khum Sawat Hotel* Address: Tha Sala, Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160 Phone: 089 873 4906 Price: 450-600 Baht * These hotels are located along the way the public transportation train and van pass by.
Exploring Nakhon Si Thammarat Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahaviharn Temple 4 (Source: Wikipedia/wiki/Datei:ว ดพระมหาธาต วรมหาว หาร.jpg) This first-class royal temple has formerly named Wat Phra Borom That and is one of the most important historical sites in all of Thailand. According to the legend, Prince Thanakuman and Queen Hem Chala brought Buddha relics to Hat Sai Kaew and built a small pagoda in 291 AD. Later on, King Si-Thamma Sokarat established the city of Nakhon Si Thammarat and built a new pagoda on the same site. The present pagoda has a distinctive Sri Lankan style, measuring 55.78 meters high. The top is entirely covered by pure gold. Apart from the pagoda, surrounding buildings also has important histories, especially the royal building which dated back to Ayutthaya period and the Sam Chom building where the Buddha image attired in royal wardrobe, Phra Si Thamma Sokarat, is housed. There are beautiful artifacts displayed in Khian and Pho Lanka buildings. 4 More information: https://www.tourismthailand.org/attraction/detail?id=5334&title=wat%20phra%20mahathat%20woramaha wihan
Ban Kiriwong 5 (Source: https://travel.mthai.com/region/south/150247.html) Ban Kiriwong is said to be the village with the purest air and the best atmosphere in Thailand. The village is surrounded by part of Khao Luang Mountain, which is abundant with ancient fern forests, rare orchids, and many other plants. The highest peak is 1,835 meters above the sea level, making it the highest mountain of the South. Khao Luang Mountain is also the origin of many rivers and one of which flows through the Kiriwong village. Guaranteed by the Thailand Tourism Awards in 1998, Ban Kiriwong is an excellent example of a community-based ecotourism management. There are many interesting activities for you to join in and learn at the village. 5 More information: https://www.tourismthailand.org/attraction/baan-kiriwong--5305
Ban Laem Village 6 (Source: https://www.thairath.co.th/content/1295852) Banlaem is a village located in Tha Sala Sub-District, Tha Sala District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province and 90% of the community members are Muslim. Their primary occupation is small-scale fishery. Visitors can see a variety of small fishing vessels embarking throughout the community s shore. In addition, merchants and general labor servicemen can also be seen in the area. What makes Banlaem an interesting community is the way that visitors can closely observe what the community members do for a living every day. Their interesting ways of life also made the area a tourist destination which is the type that is self-run by community members generating local extra incomes and providing them a better living quality. 6 More information: https://banlaemhomestay.com/index.php/en/lifestyle
Khanom Beach 7 (Source: https://southeastasiabackpacker.com/destinations/thailand-2/the-islands/khanom/) The icon attraction for Khanom is the pink dolphins colony which patrols the cost every day. North-East to the village there is one national park, to the west lays another one. There are two waterfalls, and a cave within a few minutes drive from the village. If you venture 20 km to the South or North, you will discover many other small and lovely beaches. The mountains which guard the beach at both ends are covered in pristine jungle, full of colorful birds. Not to mention all the other natural or man-made wonders in Nakhon Si Thammarat and Surat Thani provinces all within one-two hours drive. More information, please visit: https://www.tourismthailand.org 7 More information: https://southeastasiabackpacker.com/destinations/thailand-2/the-islands/khanom/