The Role of Community Leaders in Preserving The Twelve Heat Tradition, Case Study Chiang Mai Village, Chiang Mai Sub-district, Pho Chai District, Roi Et Province.

Abstract

This research aimed to 1) study the role of community leaders in preserving the Heet Sip Song tradition, 2) analyze problems and obstacles in the role of community leaders in preserving the Heet Sip Song tradition, and 3. propose guidelines for solving problems and obstacles in the role of community leaders in preserving the Heet Sip Song tradition. This research was qualitative and used the research instruments : in-depth interviews, focus groups, and villagers’ information forums. There were 5 groups of informants : 1) village headmen 2) assistant village headmen 3) village committees 4) people and 5) village elders, totaling 20 people. The data was analyzed through content analysis. The research results found that leaders must have abilities in many areas. Leaders must have expertise in preserving the Heet Sip Song tradition. Leaders must take action to develop and promote conservation further. Leaders must be capable, dare to make decisions, and leaders must be mindful and transparent in management. In addition, leaders must work together with many agencies.