Phuket's Seminar Prepares Leaders for Digital Transformation

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In a recent seminar held in Phuket, community leaders were trained on the use and risk mitigation of digital media and technology. The seminar, chaired by Phuket Vice Governor Adul Chuthong at a Ratsada hotel, aimed to produce responsible digital citizens. Hasana Lekheem, the Chief of the Phuket branch of the National Statistics Office, said they wanted to show attendees how to use digital technology creatively and intelligently but also how to manage its risks.

 

The attendees included local village chiefs, community leaders, committee members, and volunteers. In total, 218 participants from 96 villages and 58 communities across three districts attended. They received training in five key areas of digital usage: managing personal data, dealing with online threats, digital literacy, and how to communicate effectively through digital means.

 

Adul stressed the huge impact of digital technology on everyday life. While it has many advantages, it also has disadvantages. He emphasized Phuket's commitment to use digital technology to bring about economic stability and social well being.

 

 

He said, "Phuket is keen on improving its agricultural sector by endorsing safe, high-quality farm produce while supporting skilled farmers to produce goods tied to tourism. This is part of our strategy to bolster community-based tourism and the local economy, thus promoting sustainable development through local know-how and internet business."

 

Adul also said that the goal was to make Phuket a hub for tourism, education, and innovation by promoting sustainable development through digital progress. This aligns with the national goals for a digital economy. The attendees recognized as digital volunteers by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, are expected to play a vital role in their communities, mainly to decrease hysteria from false news and reduce cybercrime.

 

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-- 2024-06-27

 

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15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The attendees included local village chiefs, community leaders, committee members, and volunteers. In total, 218 participants from 96 villages and 58 communities across three districts attended. They received training in five key areas of digital usage: managing personal data, dealing with online threats, digital literacy, and how to communicate effectively through digital means.

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