Editorial Note

Abstract

This issue of the Nakhon Ratchasima Civil Society Journal marks Volume 3, Issue 1 (January–June 2026). It features scholarly contributions from university lecturers and civil society scholars representing various academic institutions. All submitted manuscripts have undergone a rigorous peer-review process by qualified experts in their respective fields and were subsequently revised by the authors prior to publication.

The Editorial Board is committed to developing the journal in accordance with the standards established by the Thai Journal Citation Index Centre (TCI). Accordingly, this issue emphasizes the theme of Buddhist-integrated approaches to Thai social development. It includes three research articles and two academic articles that contribute valuable insights into educational administration, Buddhist studies integrated with modern disciplines, mental development, and civil society advancement, for a total of five scholarly articles.

The Editorial Board sincerely hopes that the knowledge and perspectives presented in this issue will be beneficial to academics, researchers, students, civil society practitioners, and the general public, and will contribute to the sustainable development of Thai society.