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Legal Status and Consequences Exploration The Case of Non-Registered NGOs in Thailand |
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| Creator | Surasak Jotaworn |
| Title | Legal Status and Consequences Exploration The Case of Non-Registered NGOs in Thailand |
| Contributor | Mokbul Morshed Ahmad Supadet Themrat |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology Thailand |
| Publication Year | 2562 |
| Journal Title | ASEAN Journal of Management & Innovation |
| Journal Vol. | 6 |
| Journal No. | 1 |
| Page no. | p 168 - 184 |
| Keyword | non-registered NGO, legal status, funding, suggested solutions. |
| URL Website | http://ajmi.stamford.edu |
| Website title | AJMI -ASEAN Journal of Management & Innovation |
| ISSN | 2351-0307 |
| Abstract | This study aims to analyze the reasons why some non-government organizations (NGOs) in Thailand are non-registered NGOs and what are the consequences. This multiple-case qualitative study analysis used in-depth and semi-structured interviews with key people from various NGOs to gather information. Also, to come up with suggestions, a focus-group discussion was held with experts. Based on the data gathered and the suggestions made during the interviews and the group discussion, it can be argued that NGOs' right and liberty to form a group should be maintained and protected. It is also suggested that the regulatory agency should be improved, most notably its ability to guide NGOs and enable non-registered ones to use their own discretion whether to register or not. As to the consequences of non-registration, findings indicate that the lack of official legal status primarily affects NGOs internal structure, human resources, funding, and project implementation. Further suggestions include among others appointing assistant managers, adding more personnel, building internal capacity for staff members, and developing the current expertise of organizations to conduct sustainable operations. |
