On August 25, 2025, Dr. Supranee Sithikan, Dean of Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Phanom University, delivered the welcoming remarks at the Nakhon Phanom Provincial Health Assembly 2025 under the theme “Developing Policy Proposals for an Inclusive Approach to an Aging Society in Nakhon Phanom.” She emphasized the vital role of the College as a health education institution committed to advancing knowledge, research, and collaboration with partner networks to drive health policies and improve quality of life—particularly in addressing the pressing issue of an aging society.
The meeting was presided over by Acting Sub-Lieutenant Ruairung Khaiyabut, Deputy Governor of Nakhon Phanom Province, with the opening report delivered by Mr. Somchai Saenlang, Deputy Provincial Public Health Doctor of Nakhon Phanom. The event was organized by the Nakhon Phanom Provincial Health Assembly Committee and supported by the National Health Commission Office (NHCO). It provided a platform for representatives of government agencies, community organizations, civil society, and other stakeholders to exchange knowledge, discuss problems and lessons learned, and voice opinions on policy proposals for Nakhon Phanom’s aging society. A total of 60 participants attended, including representatives from agencies responsible for driving aging society initiatives, NHCO representatives, the private sector, local administrative organizations, community councils, the Provincial Health Assembly Committee, and Nakhon Phanom University. The meeting was held at the Fah Thor Tawan Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Chalermphrakiat 7th Cycle Birthday Anniversary Building, Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Nakhon Phanom University.
The program included a keynote address on “The Aging Society and Public Participation in Policy Movement” by Mr. Charuek Chairak, Assistant Secretary-General of the National Health Commission. In addition, a panel discussion on “Driving Successes, Practical Outcomes, and Challenges in Addressing the Aging Society of Nakhon Phanom” was held, featuring Mr. Somchai Saenlang, Deputy Provincial Public Health Doctor; the Provincial Social Development and Human Security Office; Dr. Patcharapa Khwannsue, Academic Representative; Mr. Panupong Wongchampa, President of Thalad Subdistrict Administrative Organization; and Mr. Chaloemkiat Pimsri, Representative of the Nakhon Phanom Provincial Community Council. The discussion was moderated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Khanin Chueaduangphui, Secretary of the Nakhon Phanom Provincial Health Assembly.
Furthermore, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Benjamas Pilayont, Committee Member of the Nakhon Phanom Provincial Health Assembly and Assistant Dean for Educational Quality Assurance, Boromarajonani College of Nursing, presented the policy proposal “Strategies and Approaches for Driving Inclusive Aging Society Policies for the People of Nakhon Phanom.” The session also included group exchanges, reflections, and recommendations from participants.
At the conclusion of the meeting, participants collectively declared the commitment of the Nakhon Phanom Provincial Health Assembly network to advancing the proposed policies on aging society, aligned with the province’s Development Strategy No. 4: Social Development and Quality of Life for Sustainable Happiness. The strategy emphasizes enhancing education, promoting experiential learning, addressing poverty reduction, and developing digital skills among personnel, children, and youth—fully aligned with Nakhon Phanom Province’s strategic development goals.
