Management Team
Assistant Professor Chol Bunnag
Director of Centre for SDG Research and Support (SDG Move)
Assistant Professor Chol Bunnag serves as a faculty member in the Faculty of Economics and holds the position of Assistant Rector for Quality Development and Sustainability at Thammasat University. He completed his Master’s degree in Development Economics at the University of East Anglia, United Kingdom, and his Bachelor’s degree in Economics at Thammasat University.
Assistant Professor Chol specialises in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), natural resource and environmental economics, and agricultural and rural development economics. He also possesses extensive experience collaborating with governmental, private, and civil society organisations.
Dr. Nuttavikhom (Kay) Phanthuwongpakdee
Deputy Director of Centre for SDG Research and Support (SDG Move)
Dr. Nuttavikhom (Kay) Phanthuwongpakdee is a faculty member at Puey Ungphakorn School of Development Studies, Thammasat University. He earned his PhD in Geography through a joint doctoral programme between King’s College London, United Kingdom, and the National University of Singapore, and holds a Master’s degree in Water and Environmental Management from the University of Bristol.
Dr. Kay specialises in human and environmental geography, with a particular focus on climate change adaptation, urban resilience, and political ecology. Previously, he served as a Research Assistant at the London School of Economics, United Kingdom.
Nuntinee Malanon
Deputy Director of Centre for SDG Research and Support (SDG Move)
Nuntinee Malanon is an expert in promoting civic engagement and volunteerism. Currently, she holds the positions of Coordinator at the National Volunteer Centre and Executive Committee Member of the International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE). She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the Faculty of Political Science at Thammasat University and received an award for outstanding student activities.
Nuntinee has extensive experience working with various organisations, both domestically and internationally, to foster volunteerism and civic participation. She has also played a significant role in the development of the volunteer movement in Thailand, co-founding the Volunteer Network and the Thammasat University Volunteer Centre.
Research Department
Thammaporn Sukmee
Manager of Research Department
Thammaporn Sukmee holds a Master’s degree in Human and Social Development and a Bachelor’s degree in Community Development Studies from the Faculty of Liberal Arts, Prince of Songkla University.
Thammaporn has experience as a Project Manager and Research Assistant, with a keen interest in community and social development.
Tossapol Thiburpan
Senior Researcher
Tossapol Thiburpan holds a Master’s degree in Land Use and Sustainable Natural Resources Management, and a Bachelor’s degree in Geography and Geoinformatics from the Faculty of Social Sciences, Kasetsart University, Bangkhen Campus.
Tossapol has experience in analysing and researching natural resource management policies and plans, working in the field, and preparing EIA reports. He specialises in the integration of disciplines to solve sustainability issues and is interested in natural resource and environmental management, as well as the green economy, with a focus on participatory approaches for sustainable development.
Sophida Thongsopit
Senior Researcher
Sophida Thongsopit holds a Master’s degree on Science and Technology Policy from the University of Sussex, UK, an a Master’s degree in Biochemistry from the Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Botany from the Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University.
Sophida is a systems researcher and a science, technology, and innovation (STI) policy researcher. She has extensive experience and expertise in science and technology policy and the bioeconomy, gained through her work with the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) and the National Science Technology and Innovation Policy Office (STI Policy Office) under the Ministry of Science and Technology. Sophida also has experience in fostering collaborations between the government, academia, and the private sector to promote systemic cooperation, as well as in developing and driving national STI policies and plans.
Kanticha Subprasert
Research Assistant
Kanticha Subprasert graduated with First Class Honours in Economics from Thammasat University. She gained internship experience with the Network and Cooperation Department of SDG Move, where she supported the advancement of SDGs and coordinated network activities.
Kanticha is interested in sustainable economics, social equity, and the use of empirical data in developing inclusive policies that leave no one behind.
Rapeepat Thammawatsuree
Research Assistant
Rapeepat Thammawatsuree holds a Master’s degree in International Political Economy from the University of York, United Kingdom, and a Bachelor’s degree (First Class Honours) in International Relations from the Faculty of Political Science, Thammasat University.
During her Master’s studies, Rapeepat served as an International Student Ambassador for the University of York. At the undergraduate level, she received the Faculty of Political Science’s Academic Excellence Award consecutively from 2020 to 2022 and the Outstanding Activities Award in 2022.
Rapeepat’s interests lie in international development economics, international development models, and the relationship between states and the global political economy order.
Onaraya Voravarachai
Research Project Manager
Onaraya Voravarachai graduated from the Faculty of Economics, Thammasat University, and possesses expertise in project management gained through experience in various industries, including the social impact network such as SATARNA, a software development company, and the management of events and innovation projects.
Onaraya has a strong interest in sustainable development and believes that communication and experience creation are crucial factors in advancing this field.
Prapassorn Siriwichai
Research Project Manager
Prapassorn Siriwichai is a sustainability advocate currently pursuing a PhD in Environment, Development and Sustainability at Chulalongkorn University, where her doctoral research focuses on the sustainable conservation of the peri-urban green area of Kung Bangkachao. Her background includes research, lecturing, and project management.
Prapassorn has expanded her knowledge through international training programs and conferences on sustainability, climate change, and social innovation. Her main interest lies in the interplay between human-environment relationships and their impact on sustainable development within an inclusive society, drawing on her background in psychology and knowledge of sustainability
Knowledge Communication Department
Wanchana Jitta
Manager of Knowledge Communication Department
Wanchana Jitta graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from the Department of Geography, Faculty of Social Sciences, Chiang Mai University. He has experience in project management and as a research assistant, including involvement in addressing the PM2.5 air pollution problem in urban areas. He has also worked collaboratively with NGOs and communities.
Wanchana’s interests lie in development geography and spatial concepts, which he applies in his academic work within the fields of human, economic, social, and cultural geography.
Atirut Duereh
Knowledge Communication Editor
Atirut Duereh graduated with First Class Honours in International Relations from the Faculty of Political Science, Thammasat University. His interests include issues of peace and violence, human security, and the marine environment.
Atirut has experience in communication and analytical interview-based news writing from his time as a Future Journalist with De/code – Thai PBS. He also previously worked to promote children’s rights as a Content Writer Trainee for the U-Report Thailand project.
Praewpan Sirilert
Knowledge Communication Editor
Praewpan Sirilert holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy and Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration (First Class Honours) from the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, Srinakharinwirot University.
Praewpan has experience in project coordination, research assistant work involving policy proposal development and training facilitation, and her interests include disaster management, the environment, and labour issues.
Wijanee Sendang
Visual Communication Designer
Wijanee Sendang holds a Master’s degree in Exhibition Design – The Architecture of Exhibition from Politecnico di Milano University, Italy, and has professional experience in architecture and exhibition design in Italy, Germany, and Thailand.
Driven by an interest in art, design, architecture, technology, and science, Wijanee believes that visual communication is a vital tool for simplifying complex information and concepts, making them creative and accessible. She focuses particularly on sustainable development issues, aiming to translate challenging data and ideas into engaging and easily understandable visuals to inspire participation.
Natetida Bunnag
Corporate Communications and Online Media Officer
Natetida Bunnag holds a Master of Arts degree in English for Careers from the Language Institute, Thammasat University, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History from the Faculty of Archaeology, Silpakorn University.
Natetida’s background in higher education, research, and translation has equipped her with strong analytical, writing, and communication skills. She is also interested in environmental sustainability and gender equality.
Network and Cooperation Department
Ananyaporn Imjongjairuk
Manager of Network and Cooperation Department
Ananyaporn Imjongjairuk holds a Bachelor’s degree (Second Class Honours) from the Faculty of Social Administration, Thammasat University, and received scholarships to pursue her Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Administration from the Faculty of Social Development and Strategic Administration, National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA).
Ananyaporn has expertise in social development administration, research, and evaluation. Her experience includes project management, community development, social research, and project evaluation focused on community health and vulnerable groups. She also organises Active Learning processes and serves as a special lecturer for various programmes at Thammasat University.
Chananchida Kongkaew
Network and Cooperation Department Team
Chananchida Kongkaew graduated with Second Class Honours from the Faculty of Social Administration, Thammasat University. She has experience in designing active learning activities and managing projects.
Chananchida’s interests include skill development and promoting the participation of children and youth, as well as social work processes.
Arusa Panyakotkaew
Deputy Network Manager of SDSN Thailand
Arusa Panyakotkaew has experience in managing and coordinating networks within both domestic and international development organisations. Arusa has also worked as a researcher in the field of ethnography and managed projects in culturally diverse environments.
Furthermore, she specialises in designing and facilitating learning processes to raise awareness and promote critical engagement in social justice issues.
Wimonsiri Kachantorn
SDSN Thailand Team
Wimonsiri Kachantorn graduated with a Second Class Honours Bachelor of Economics from the Faculty of Economics, Thammasat University. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in the same faculty.
She has experience in research project management and as a Research Assistant, conducting research analysis and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) in the fields of agricultural and environmental economics.
Administration Department
Tunrada Wiangket
General Manager
Tunrada Wiangket completed her undergraduate studies at the Faculty of Economics and the Faculty of Law (LLB), Thammasat University. She has experience in the fields of finance, management, and law.
Kanticha Supprasert
Assisitant to the Director
Kanticha Subprasert graduated with First Class Honours in Economics from Thammasat University. She gained internship experience with the Network and Cooperation Department of SDG Move, where she supported the advancement of SDGs and coordinated network activities.
Kanticha is interested in sustainable economics, social equity, and the use of empirical data in developing inclusive policies that leave no one behind.