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Paradigm Shift in Gender Equality Development Policy in Thailand: Parity versus Differences |
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| รหัสดีโอไอ | |
| Creator | Jaray Singhakowinta |
| Title | Paradigm Shift in Gender Equality Development Policy in Thailand: Parity versus Differences |
| Publisher | National Institute of Development Administration |
| Publication Year | 2568 |
| Journal Title | NIDA Case Research Journal |
| Journal Vol. | 17 |
| Journal No. | 2 |
| Page no. | 1-28 |
| Keyword | Gender Equality, Women’s Empowerment, National Action Plans, Paradigm Shift |
| URL Website | https://so04.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/NCRJ |
| Website title | NIDA Case Research Journal |
| ISSN | 2822-0978 |
| Abstract | This paper aims to examine the recent paradigm shift in Thailand’s gender equality development policy, moving from a focus on parity (equal treatment) to recognizing and addressing gender differences. Despite significant progress inwomen’ s development through policies and programs aimed at promoting gender equality and empowerment, gender inequality and discrimination remain significantissues in Thailand. The study employs Michel Foucault’s discourse analysis (1970, 1972, 1991) and Luce Irigaray’s critical thoughts on gender differences in neoliberal capitalism (1985, 1995) to analyze the construction of “women” in Thailand’s recent National Action Plan for Women Development (2023-2027). The findings suggest thatthe policy’s focus on gender equality and women’s empowerment is a gender-blind practice that fails to consider the different roles and diverse needs of women. Consequently, the national plan maintains the status quo and does not necessarily transform the unequal structure of gender relations in Thailand. The paper concludes by emphasizing the need for a more nuanced approach to gender equality policythat recognizes and addresses the complex intersections of gender with other forms of social differentiation. |
