Attitudes of Muslim Youth and Civil Society Organizations: A Case Study of an Expression of Malayu Identity in the Multicultural Area of Saiburi, Pattani Province
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The objectives of this study are 1) to study the attitudes in expressing Malayu identity among Muslim youth in Pattani Province; expression of Malayu identity of Muslim youth in a multicultural area at Saiburi, Pattani; 2) to study the attitudes of civil society toward the expression of identity of Malayu youth; and 3) to identify the expression of Muslim youth's Malayu identity to various sectors to create understanding and promote coexistence in a multicultural society. The study applied a qualitative research method using semi-structured interviews with selected criteria for interviewees based on youth and civil society participation in the event. Twelve key informants selected. They included nine event participants and event leaders and three representatives from civil society organizations. Research related to the area of investigation was synthesized and analyzed. The research findings and recommendations were presented.
This study revealed that some participants in the activities received news by word of mouth from their seniors, friends, electronic media, and social media platforms. As for coordination with local people, the study found that most of the participants thought the event was a Hari Raya celebration that gathers village people and district people to travel to an event’s venue. The organizer's purpose was to promote the understanding of Malayu identity to both younger participants and the government. The event was held at Wasukri Beach, Sai Buri District, Pattani Province because obtaining permission to facilitate an event there was safe and convenient. The identities that were expressed included authentic Malayu dress, Panchak Silat performance, and the oath of allegiance. Those activities aimed to value the Malayu culture and cherish the motherland among the younger generation born into Malayu and who believe that youth is the hope of peace. Therefore, it is considered a peaceful way to explain the identity of Thai’s Malayu. This study provided a policy proposal to help establish laws and regulations that the governor must be willing to support their lifestyle and Muslim identity, including being truthful, continuing to resolve the problem or issues that occur, non-enforcement with regard to mono-culturalism, the leader resolving problems regularly, and supporting activities for children and youth in the area.
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