The Fourth-Year Student Orientation Project 2026 organized by the Department of Thai Language was conducted to prepare graduating students for their transition into the professional world. In the context of today’s global society, English plays a crucial role as a tool for promoting intercultural understanding, respect for diversity, and the development of an equitable society, particularly regarding gender equality and the rights of women and children. The appropriate use of English can help reduce gender bias and promote acceptance of diversity in the workplace. Therefore, fourth-year students who are about to graduate need to develop both English communication skills and awareness of gender equality in order to communicate and perform effectively in professional environments, in line with human rights principles and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The project was organized under the theme “English in the Workplace for Promoting Gender Equality and Supporting the Roles of Women and Children,” contributing to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5: Gender Equality) while promoting the development of graduates who possess knowledge, professional competencies, and attitudes aligned with multicultural workplaces, social responsibility, and sustainable development.
The project aimed to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of Sustainable Development Goal 5 (Gender Equality) and encourage them to apply these concepts in workplace contexts. It also sought to develop students’ ability to communicate effectively in English in professional settings while being mindful of gender equality and non-discrimination toward women and children. Additionally, the project aimed to raise students’ awareness of the roles, rights, and equality of women and children in organizations and society at both national and international levels, as well as to prepare them to apply their language skills and gender equality perspectives in their future careers and contribute to advancing SDG 5 sustainably.
The project was implemented through training activities and educational lectures for students prior to graduation. A special lecture titled “English in the Workplace for Promoting Gender Equality and Supporting the Roles of Women and Children” was delivered by Assistant Professor Dr. Nattapat Pattana from the Department of Western Languages, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Burapha University. The lecture provided insights into the use of English in workplace contexts while fostering understanding of gender equality and non-discrimination in organizations. The activities included knowledge sharing, discussions, and question-and-answer sessions to promote comprehensive understanding. In addition, activities were organized to prepare students for their future careers, encouraging them to recognize the importance of adaptation and self-development in professional life. The program concluded with remarks and encouragement from faculty members of the Department of Thai Language, offering guidance and inspiration to students before graduation.
As a result of the project, students gained knowledge and understanding of SDG 5 and were able to apply these concepts in workplace contexts. They also developed their ability to communicate appropriately in English in professional environments while considering gender equality and non-discrimination toward women and children. Furthermore, students became more aware of the roles, rights, and equality of women and children in organizations and society at both national and international levels. The project also enabled students to apply their language knowledge and gender equality perspectives in their future careers and contribute to promoting a more equitable and sustainable society.
The activity was held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Pibulsongkram Room, QS2 Building, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Burapha University.
Project Leaders: Lecturer Chanikant Kukeati and Lecturer Sarinya Khwanthong
