Dr. Sudarat Tuntivivat has joined SUMERNET as a Conflict Sensitivity Advisor. She is a full-time faculty member of Behavioral Science Research Institute at Srinakharinwirot University in Bangkok, Thailand where she researches and teaches master and doctoral level classes in positive psychology and conflict management.
Her interests include Peacebuilding, Environmental Sustainability, and Sustainable Development. She is a team leader and co-leader of various national and international projects including several collaborative studies. Her current project is Participatory Environmental Education for Indigenous Youths in Thailand, Myanmar and Laos PDR which is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. She is also a consultant for UNESCO on the role of teachers in combatting school violence in multiple countries.
Dr. Sudarat Tuntivivat is a professional fellow of US department of State and also a mid-career professional fellow for Asia Peace Innovator at the Salzburg Global Seminar.
In the Mekong region, researchers need to be aware of possible health risks and understand different sources of conflict due to COVID-19.
The authors propose recommendations and guidance notes for SUMERNET members to consider when conducting remote research.