การส่งเสริมการเดินและใช้จักรยานในชีวิตประจำวัน: กรณีศึกษา 4 ชุมชนในประเทศไทย

Thitikorn Topothai; Chompoonut Topothai; Atjima Meepring

Authors

Thitikorn Topothai International Health Policy Program, Ministry of Public Health; Division of Physical Activity and Health, Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health
Chompoonut Topothai International Health Policy Program, Ministry of Public Health; Bureau of Health Promotion, Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health
Atjima Meepring Thailand Walking and Cycling Institute

Keywords:

walking, cycling, physical activity, community, policy

Abstract

Walking and cycling are common physical activities that can be performed regularly in daily life which provide health, environmental and economic benefits. This study aimed to 1) assess community-level walking and cycling promotion strategies or activities by stakeholders in selected communities, 2) investigate implementation gaps and 3) provide recommendations on walking and cycling promotion in community. Qualitative method was employed. A total 28 key informants in 4 communities of 4 regions were recruited: 1) King Taksin community in Bangkhla district, Chachoengsao province, 2) Suksabaijai community in Mueang Kalasin district, Kalasin province, 3) Ban Khaoniwet municipality school community in Mueang Ranong district, Ranong province, and 4) Ban Thatsobvan community in Chiang Kham district, Phayao province. Content analysis was used. The results showed that three main actors to promote walking and cycling in community were local government, civil society, and academia. These actors had different roles but worked collaboratively to achieve common goals. The implementation gaps were the negative attitude as well as improper and unsafe built environments towards walking and cycling. Recommendations for further program implementation include communication campaign to promote positive attitude and social awareness on the value of walking and cycling, improvements on built environments especially a speed reduction intervention in community, and leadership and supportive policy towards walking and cycling in daily life.

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