PSU Volunteer Center hosts 2nd International Conference "Youth Volunteer Power: Connecting People for Sustainable Development"
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On 28 September 2024, the PSU Volunteer Center organized “The 2nd PSU International Volunteer Forum 2024: Power of Youth Volunteers – Connecting Everyone to Sustainable Development Goals”. This inspiring event created a vibrant platform for students, faculty, and participants to foster volunteerism and share impactful experiences in youth development. The forum highlighted strategies in volunteer management and knowledge exchange aimed at driving social change. Keynote addresses were delivered by Mr. Anukul Peedkaew, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, who presided over the opening, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Niwat Kaewpradub, PSU President, who offered a warm welcome. The event was held at the President’s Office Building on PSU’s Hat Yai Campus.
Dr. Niwat emphasized PSU's enduring commitment to the principle, “Our Soul is for the Benefit of Mankind.” This guiding philosophy has deeply influenced the university’s mission, inspiring a range of activities that cultivate social responsibility among students and encourage impactful contributions to society. PSU’s Volunteer Center actively coordinates both domestic and international networks, successfully organizing five regional volunteer fairs across southern Thailand. Through this second international forum, PSU seeks to further strengthen collaboration among participants from diverse sectors, broadening the reach and impact of volunteer initiatives.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Narit Duangsuwan, Director of the PSU Volunteer Center, highlighted the center's significant role in fostering a dynamic learning environment that motivates volunteerism among children, youth, and students from PSU and other institutions. Over the years, the center has successfully hosted five regional volunteer fairs across southern Thailand and an international conference on volunteering, building a network committed to advancing volunteer efforts in areas like environmental preservation, disaster response, community development, and health promotion. This year, the center partnered with global volunteer networks, integrating specialized knowledge and strategies tailored to local needs. As a result, the forum has risen to an international level, facilitating impactful exchanges of ideas, collaborative sessions, and strengthened cooperation—all geared towards amplifying global volunteer efforts in alignment with sustainable development goals.
