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SUMMARY:Aung San Suu Kyi: The Realities of Power in Burma's Authoritarian Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis presentation is a personal and scholarly examination of Aung San Suu Kyi’s political philosophy\, challenging dominant Western interpretations of her leadership through the lens of Burmese Buddhist traditions and lived experience under authoritarian rule. \nIt explores the deep historical roots of Burma’s authoritarian legacy\, examining how royal absolutism\, British colonial bureaucracy\, Japanese fascism\, and military dictatorship combined to create a political culture shaped by fear. Against this backdrop\, participants will examine how Aung San Suu Kyi’s “revolution of the spirit”—drawing on Buddhist concepts of fearlessness (abhaya)\, justice (dhamma)\, and loving-kindness (metta)—sought to transform not only political institutions but also the psychological foundations of Burmese society. \nThe talk also helps explain the moral dilemmas Suu Kyi faced\, especially during the 2017 Rohingya crisis\, when international criticism failed to account for the precarious balance she maintained between civilian authority and military power under Burma’s constrained constitutional system. \nPresenter:\nMon Mon Myat is a Myanmar-born academic\, journalist\, and media consultant. She holds a Ph.D. in Peacebuilding from Payap University in Thailand\, where her doctoral research examined The Philosophical Foundations of Aung San Suu Kyi’s Political Thought. She also holds a Master’s in Journalism from Ateneo de Manila University and an MBA from Payap University. Her academic work explores the intersection of media\, politics\, and human rights in contemporary Myanmar\, with peer-reviewed publications in Palgrave Communications\, Social Transformations\, and Springer Nature. \nShe currently serves on the faculty at the Department of Peace Studies at Payap University. Mon Mon Myat has held key leadership roles in media organizations\, notably as Bureau Chief and Senior Management Consultant for the Democratic Voice of Burma (DVB)\, where she oversaw strategic planning and sustainability initiatives. As a journalist\, her bylines have appeared in The Bangkok Post\, Agence France-Presse (AFP)\, The Irrawaddy\, and other leading regional outlets. In 2013\, she collaborated with Pansodan Books to publish Heartless Forest\, an anthology that gives voice to twenty-first-century Burmese women writers as they explore identity\, gender\, and the human condition. She is also the producer and filmmaker of A Long Way Panlong\, a documentary chronicling Aung San Suu Kyi’s political journey from 2012 to 2016—a period of transition and tumult in Myanmar’s modern history. \nCOST : 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/aung-san-suu-kyi-the-realities-of-power-in-burmas-authoritarian-legacy/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260727T100000
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SUMMARY:Seconds Save Lives: Guarding Your Heart and Brain
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis presentation by a prominent local cardiologist will provide essential information for preventing heart attacks and strokes. There will be an opportunity for Q & A after the presentation. Specifically\, the presentation will help you to: \n\nIdentify Early Warning Signs (Learn to recognize the crucial symptoms of heart attacks and strokes before they escalate)\nPractice Lifestyle Interventions (Gain actionable tips on lifestyle changes and early medical interventions to reduce risks)\nProtect Your Vital Organs (Master the preventive measures necessary for a healthier\, longer life.)\n\nPresenter:\nDr. Thanawat Benjanuwattra\, a prominent cardiovascular specialist in Chiang Mai\, has established himself as a leading figure in the field of cardiology with a career spanning over three decades. His journey in medicine began at the prestigious Mahidol University\, followed by specialized training in internal medicine and cardiology. Dr. Thanawat’s expertise in interventional cardiology\, honed at Green Lane Hospital in New Zealand\, has positioned him as a go-to heart specialist doctor in Chiang Mai for complex cardiovascular procedures. \nCOST : Free
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/seconds-save-lives-guarding-your-heart-and-brain/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260811T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20260811T150000
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SUMMARY:Eco printing
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nItinerary:\n8:00 am – Meet at the Lifelong Learning Payap Center and depart together for Bua Bhat Factory.\n9:00 am – Arrive at Bua Bhat Factory for a hands-on Eco-Printing workshop led by Ouke.\n1:00 pm – Depart for Bua Restaurant and enjoy lunch together.\n3:00 pm – Arrive at Lifelong Learning Payap Center. \nDiscover the beauty of nature through Eco-Printing\, a unique textile art technique that transfers the natural colors and shapes of leaves and flowers directly onto fabric. In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to create beautiful botanical prints using real plants\, natural fibers and traditional steaming techniques. Each piece is completely one of a kind\, inspired by the colors and textures of nature. Perfect for beginners\, artists\, nature lovers and anyone interested in sustainable textile art. \n\nThe workshop\, led by Ouke at Bua Bhat Factory includes\nIntroduction to eco-printing techniques\nPlant and leaf selection\nFabric preparation\nBundle rolling and steaming process\nTwo eco-printed pieces created by you!\n\nIn addition\, you will also enjoy perusing products and artwork created using Eco-\nPrinting. Bua Bhat Factory was founded in 1987 and has received many awards. It\nwas created with the intention to produce unique design products other than those already on the market. After the workshop\, we will travel to the beautiful Bua Restaurant and enjoy lunch together before returning to the Lifelong Learning Payap Center. \nCost: 1\,500 Baht Including Transportation and Lunch
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/eco-printing/
LOCATION:Bua Bhat Factory\, 134 Tambon Buak Kang\, San Kamphaeng District\,\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50130\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lifelong Learning Payap":MAILTO:lllpayap@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261014T233000
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SUMMARY:Amulets\, Tattoos and Other Sacred Objects in Thai Buddhism
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n10:00 – 11:30 am \nDescription:\nThrough an anthropological perspective\, this lecture explores the historical background\, meaning\, functions and uses of amulets\, tattoos and other sacred objects in Thai Buddhism. The transformation of sacred objects and tattoos will also be highlighted to understand the changing roles of those sacred objects. In addition\, through the lens of amulets and sacred objects\, this lecture will discuss how Buddhism and Animism (also Hinduism) have been syncretized in the Thai Buddhist context.\nThis lecture discusses religious objects that are popular and have been a part of Thai Buddhism for many centuries. However\, there is a question of whether these objects can be regarded as being Buddhist. The ambiguous status of amulets\, tattoos and other sacred objects in Thai Buddhism intrigues scholars as well as practitioners to further explore their historical background\, meaning\, and functions. \nPresenter:Amnuaypond Kidpromma\nAmnuaypond Kidpromma\, PhD\, (Ajarn Nong) is an assistant professor in Religious Studies at Chiang Mai University. Her research focus is on vernacular Hinduism and popular Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia. She has spent extensive time completing field work on Vaishnava Sadhu in West Bengal\, India\, learning and living with locals. In addition\, her research includes studying the lives of marginalized Buddhists in Thailand. She currently is conducting research on the relationship between women and sacred-religious items such as amulets as well as Burmese male sex workers and Buddhist Ethics. \nCost: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/amulets-tattoos-and-other-sacred-objects-in-thai-buddhism-2/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lifelong Learning Payap":MAILTO:lllpayap@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261021T100000
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SUMMARY:Displacement\, Buddhism and Sex Workers
DESCRIPTION:Time:\n10:00 – 11:30 am \nDescription:\nBased on ethnographic research of displacement and Myanmar sex workers\, this talk provides insight into the lives\, spiritual aspirations and “hope” of Myanmar migrants who engage in sex work as a means of improving their and their family’s livelihoods. \nParticipants will gain a deeper understanding of:\nThe nature of Myanmar Migration in Northern Thailand\nThe nature of Myanmar sex work\nReligious aspiration and hope of Myanmar sex workers. \nThis talk touches upon an existing phenomenon that has rarely been addressed or discussed. \nPresenter:Amnuaypond Kidpromma \nAmnuapond Kidpromma\, PHD (Ajarn Nong) is an assistant professor in Religious Studies at Chiang Mai University. Her research focus is on vernacular Hinduism and popular Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia. She has spent extensive time completing field work on Vaishnava Sadhu in West Bengal\, India\, learning and living with locals. In addition\, her research includes studying the lives of marginalized Buddhists in Thailand. She is currently conducting research on the relationship between women and sacred religious items such as amulets as well as Burmese male sex workers and Buddhist Ethics. \nCost: 350 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/displacement-buddhism-and-sex-workers/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lifelong Learning Payap":MAILTO:lllpayap@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Bangkok:20261126T090000
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SUMMARY:Many Ways of Knowing: A Biomimicry Journey
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis half-day workshop introduces biomimicry as a way of seeing and relating to nature through multiple lenses\, from biological systems to the local wisdom of Thailand. Participants will engage in guided activities and a nature observation session that encourages new ways of understanding and connecting with the living world. \nThe workshop highlights how different ways of knowing\, analytical\, creative\, intuitive\, and cultural\, can coexist and enrich one another. By fostering appreciation for the many ways nature can teach us\, the experience supports a deeper sense of connection and respect. \nAs an introduction to biomimicry\, the session emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary thinking\, both within individuals and across teams\, as a foundation for more thoughtful and integrated approaches to working with nature. \nPresenter:\nSirikhanate “Moowan” Sakulyong holds a Master’s degree in Biomimicry from Arizona State University and is a certified Biomimicry Professional (BPro)\, trained through Biomimicry 3.8. \nAn award-winning industrial designer with professional experience in California\, she is the founder of Sapience and a part-time lecturer at Thammasat and Bangkok Universities. Her work bridges science\, design\, and local wisdom\, fostering meaningful connections between people\, culture\, and the living world. \nCOST : 400 THB
URL:https://www.lllpayap.com/event/many-ways-of-knowing-a-biomimicry-journey/
LOCATION:Lifelong Learning Payap Center\, Lifelong Learning Payap Center Payap University\, Kaew Nawarat Campus\, Unnamed Road\, Wat Ket\, Mueang Chiang Mai District\, Chiang Mai 50000\, Thailand\, Chiang Mai\, Chiang Mai\, 50000\, Thailand
CATEGORIES:Training
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