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Cultural Identity Among Thai Youth in Urban and Rural Areas Phiwhorm, Surachai; Charoenphol, Sudarat; Somboon, Nattawut; Wongsuwan, Chalermpol; Ratanapol, Kanyarat
International Journal of Humanities, Management and Social Science (IJ-HuMaSS) Vol 7 No 2: December 2024
Publisher : Lamintang Education and Training Centre, in collaboration with the International Association of Educators, Scientists, Technologists, and Engineers (IA-ESTE)

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This study explores how Thailand’s youth balance tradition and modernity, focusing on the impact of globalization and urbanization on cultural identity. The research aims to understand how younger generations engage with traditional practices while navigating the pressures of modern life. The study employs a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs), and participant observation, targeting youth aged 18-30 in both urban areas (Bangkok, Chiang Mai) and rural regions (Isan) between March and September 2024. The findings reveal a significant disparity in cultural engagement between rural and urban youth. In rural areas, 75% of youth actively participate in traditional cultural practices, while only 50% of urban youth report similar engagement. Urban youth are more inclined to creatively adapt traditions, incorporating them into modern fashion and digital media. In contrast, rural youth maintain a stronger connection to traditional practices due to slower-paced lifestyles and close-knit communities. This research highlights the challenges and opportunities in preserving cultural heritage amidst rapid modernization. It suggests that while urban youth adapt traditional practices, rural youth remain more rooted in them, creating a cultural divide. Future research should explore how creative adaptations of traditions in urban areas can be applied in rural contexts to foster cultural preservation across generations. Additionally, intergenerational dialogue should be examined to reduce conflicts and strengthen cultural identity in a modernizing society.
Co-Authors Charoenphol, Sudarat Phiwhorm, Surachai Somboon, Nattawut Wongsuwan, Chalermpol