The Role of the Faculty of Islamic Sciences at the Prince of Songkla University Building of Islamic Public Value of Multicultural Citizenship in southern Thailand

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Published Aug 25, 2025
DOI https://doi.org/10.32994/hk.v24i1.371

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Imtiyaz Yusuf
International Institute Of Islamic Thought And Civilisation, International Islamic University Malaysia (Istac-iium), Malaysia And Center For Contemporary Islamic World (Cicw) Shenandoah University, Winchester, Va, Usa
Arthit Thongin
School of Political Science, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, Thailand

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Religion-based value administration has been an integral part of all societies since ancient historical periods. This article explores the intersection of Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP) and Islamic Public Value (IPV) within the socio-political and educational framework of southern Thailand, focusing on the Faculty of Islamic Sciences (FIS) at Prince of Songkla University. Amidst a century-long conflict and challenges to multicultural citizenship, the FIS has emerged as a vital institution for fostering self-reliant Pattani Muslim citizens. By aligning Thailand’s development policies with Islamic values, the faculty addresses the dual imperatives of preserving ethno-religious identity and promoting social cohesion. The historical evolution of the FIS, its role in higher education, and its alignment with national policies underscore its transformative impact on local communities and its contribution to peace-building and integration in a diverse society.

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Vol 24 No 1 (2025): Special issue: Islamic Public Value in Southeast Asia
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Imtiyaz Yusuf, International Institute Of Islamic Thought And Civilisation, International Islamic University Malaysia (Istac-iium), Malaysia And Center For Contemporary Islamic World (Cicw) Shenandoah University, Winchester, Va, Usa

Imtiyaz Yusuf is Professor of Islam and Dialogical Studies at International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilisation, International Islamic University Malaysia (ISTAC-IIUM). He previously served as Assistant Professor and Director of the Center for Buddhist-Muslim Understanding at Mahidol University, Salaya, Thailand. He specializes in Religion and Social Sciences, Comparative Religion with a focus on Muslim-Buddhist relations and dialogue, Islam in Thailand and Southeast Asia.

Arthit Thongin, School of Political Science, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, Thailand

Arthit Thongin is an Assistant Professor at the School of Political Science, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University, Thailand. He serves as a Permanent Expert for the National Human Rights Commission of Thailand and a Permanent Advisor to the Committee on the Armed Forces in the House of Representatives. Formerly, he worked as a policy analyst specializing in issues related to the southern border provinces of Thailand at the Office of the National Security Council. Most of his scholarly contributions are published in Thai, reflecting his deep engagement with regional political and social issues.

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