Bangkok: Akranan and Chatchart have come to a head over the Traffy Fondue initiative aimed at enhancing safety in Bangkok schools by employing a Sandbox approach to streamline bureaucratic procedures and address issues impacting students and teachers in a swift and transparent manner.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Akranan Kankittinant, the Deputy Minister of Education, recently convened with Mr. Chatchart Sittipunt, the Governor of Bangkok, to finalize the details of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a pilot project using the Traffy Fondue application. This project, under the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) and with support from the Center for the Protection of Rights and Freedoms, seeks to bolster safety measures in Bangkok schools.
During a post-discussion interview, the Deputy Minister emphasized the role of the Traffy Fondue application as a transparent and efficient method to cut through bureaucratic red tape, facilitating rapid resolution of issues affecting children and teachers. The Ministry of Education is committed to adapting to evolving circumstances to effectively tackle latent problems and prevent them from persisting within the ministry.
Governor Chatchart expressed the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's (BMA) enthusiasm to partner with the Ministry of Education in advancing Traffy Fondue. By leveraging technology, the initiative aims to enhance civil service efficiency without legislative changes. Governor Chatchart stressed the importance of involving the public, students, and teachers in problem-solving, rather than relying solely on ministerial intervention. He highlighted his pride in the BMA's use of Traffy Fondue and expressed confidence in the Ministry of Education's potential for even greater achievements.
The Deputy Minister further noted that Traffy Fondue serves as a crucial model for the Ministry of Education, emphasizing the need for a dedicated oversight unit to encourage reporting and ensure satisfactory responses to complaints. As the director of the Rights Protection Center, he is committed to safeguarding students and teachers. He acknowledged the challenge of implementing such a system across over 20,000 schools but stressed the importance of a strong start and collaborative efforts among Ministry officials.