Strengthening Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction through Sustainable Tourism in Bang Muang, Phang-nga
Project Team
Leader: Arunswasdi Bhuridadtpong (AIRI Fellow)
Members: Watchara Pechdin, Kittinut Pimpakhun, Sudarat Kanthanet
Background and Introduction
Baan Nam Khem, a village on Thailand's Andaman Sea coast, faced drastic transformations and challenges. Originally a small fishing community, it underwent population and economic changes due to the 1970s tin mining boom. Post-mining collapse, the village reverted to fishing. Severely impacted by the 2004 tsunami, losing a significant population portion and suffering extensive housing damage, it became a focal point for reconstruction efforts.
The project focuses on edutainment tourism with the aim of strengthening community-based disaster risk reduction through sustainable tourism. The objectives include educating learners about the impact of disasters and the importance of community-based disaster management, integrating international disaster management knowledge into the Ban Nam Khem context, and comprehending various disaster planning methods. It also seeks to facilitate the exchange of ideas on applying this knowledge in different communities and to deepen the learners' physical, cultural, and spiritual appreciation of the community.
Project Site
Baan Nam Khem is a small village located in Bang Muang subdistrict, Takua Pa district, Phang-nga province.
Proposed Project Actions and Deliverables
Project Actions:
- Tailored programs test by experts and travel influencers for developing the best version of the programs
- Promote the approved programs through media channels for wider audiences
Project Deliverables:
- 3 tailored disaster-tour programs for 1) individual/ group tourists, 2) organization/ company, 3) international agencies
- One vlog- a video content publishing and promoting Baan Nam Khem community-based disaster tour program (the community can also use the video for their presentation/ promotions to future events)