August is commemorated annually as “Raphee Month” in honour of HRH Prince Raphi Phatthanasak, Krom Luang Ratchaburi Direkritt, recognised as the Father of Modern Thai Law. This project commemorates his legal legacy by enhancing legal literacy among students, legal professionals, and the general public within the EEC region. In 2026, “LAWlogy: Special Lecture Series in Raphee Month” addresses key legal frameworks critical to justice administration and societal well-being, specifically juvenile justice law, technology law, and computer crime offences, alongside career development pathways. The curriculum emphasises practical legal applications, statutory interpretation, and contemporary legal trends in Thailand, providing participants with actionable knowledge for academic and professional advancement.
Project Coordinator: Asst. Prof. Pimprapai Snitwongse Na Ayudha Miss MookKrachang Charani
Objectives:
- To disseminate knowledge and practical understanding regarding juvenile justice law, technology law, and computer crime offences.
- To foster analytical thinking and facilitate structured dialogue on legal principles within contemporary societal contexts.
- To establish an academic platform bridging the Faculty of Law with public stakeholders and local communities.
- To commemorate and honour the Father of Modern Thai Law on the occasion of Raphee Month.
Program Activities:
The project was conducted across two single-day sessions at Room LAW-603, Faculty of Law, Burapha University. Day 1 (August 9, 2026) commenced with opening remarks by Assoc. Prof. Dr Ratchanee Tangon, followed by a keynote lecture on “Juvenile Justice System and Law” by Hon. Ariya Nawintham, President of the Juvenile and Family Division in the Supreme Court. Day 2 (August 22, 2026) featured a morning lecture on “Technology Law and Computer Crime Offences” by Judge Santi Prewtongcam, followed by an afternoon panel discussion on legal career pathways with Judge Santi Prewtongcam and Ms Onnuchaya Pimkorn (Attorney Khaimook). The event concluded with an interactive Q&A session and closing remarks by Asst. Prof. Pimprapai Snitwongse Na Ayudha.
Expected Outcomes (Impacts):
- Enhanced legal literacy and functional competence in juvenile justice and cyber law among students, legal practitioners, and citizens within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) region. 2. Established an inclusive academic platform facilitating knowledge exchange between high-level judicial figures, legal professionals, and civil society, directly supporting SDG 16 targets. 3. Strengthened Burapha University’s institutional profile for THE Impact Rankings submission under SDG 16 (Outreach and Neutral Platform for Stakeholder Engagement) and SDG 4 (Lifelong Learning Outreach).
Date of Implementation: August 9, 2026 / August 22, 2026
