Suan Sunandha College of Communication Arts opens its academic conference and curriculum presentation, Part 1 "The 1st National and International Research Conference 2026." 

The College of Communication Arts, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, organized the 1st Research Presentation and Control Conference with the theme "Actions Towards Equality and Equity Through Communication." A multidisciplinary seminar on educational innovation and system strengthening was also held (April 23, 2026) at the CCA MEDIA CENTER, College of Communication Arts, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Nakhon Pathom.

The official opening ceremony was presided over by Assistant Professor Kanyapat Utapao, Dean, with a report given by Sawitree Suwanno Ph.D., Vice Dean for Planning and Quality Assurance. Attendees then enjoyed a Thai dance performance by students from the Faculty of Fine Arts, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, followed by special lectures from national and international experts on various aspects of equality, including: 

- "Communication as Power and Participatory Storytelling in the Digital Age" by Assistant Professor Amolwan Veerathammo Ph.D., Secretary (General of the Teachers Council of Thailand) 

- "Social Equality and Identity in the Digital Age" by Assoc. Prof. Thanawut Naikovit Ph.D. (from the Ministry of Commerce) and 

- "Ethical Leadership for Equality and Innovation" by Danilo E. Despi, Ph.D., an education expert from the Philippines.

In the afternoon, participants listened to lectures on the topics: “Unlocking Learner Potential for Equity and Excellence” by Nopparat Srijarern Ph.D. (from Chulalongkorn University) and “Using Mixed Methods Research in Women’s Studies” by Regina F. Valencia, Ph.D. 

This conference marks a significant step in building national and international academic collaboration networks to utilize communication innovations as a key tool in bridging disparities and creating tangible equality in global society.