Administration Guidelines for Community Lifestyle Development of Ethnic groups in Chiang Mai Province

Abstract

      This research aimed to 1) study the community lifestyles of ethnic groups in Chiang Mai Province, 2) study the development needs of these ethnic groups in Chiang Mai Province, and 3) identify guidelines for managing the development of these community lifestyles. The research employed a qualitative approach using semi-structured in-depth interviews as the research instrument. Thirty-five key informants were selected using purposive sampling and were divided into two groups: 30 community leaders from ethnic groups in Chiang Mai Province and 5 experts. Data were collected from March to June 2025 The data were analyzed using modern management theory (POLC), which served as a framework for content analysis, content synthesis, and data processing.
      Research findings 1) The community lifestyles of ethnic groups in Chiang Mai Province were deeply intertwined with and utilized nature and natural resources in all aspects of life, including economic, social, cultural, traditional, and health dimensions. 2) Ethnic groups desire recognition of their rights as Thai citizens and need their potential developed using local resources, wisdom, and culture as the primary means of empowerment. 3) Approaches to managing the development of ethnic group. 3.1) Human development emphasizing community-centered and self-reliance. 3.2) Community development utilized community spaces as learning and collaborative areas by leveraging cultural capital. 3.3) Developing modern skills, establishing learning centers, promoting the use of information technology and digital tools. and 3.4) Building partnerships through community participation and external networks.
 
Article history: Received 27 November 2025        
                            Revised 8 January 2026
                            Accepted 13 January 2026    
                            SIMILARITY INDEX = 14.33 %