About ThaiREN

Thailand Research Education Network Association (ThaiREN)

The association is named “สมาคมเครือข่ายไทยเพื่อการศึกษาวิจัย” in Thai and “Thailand Research Education Network Association” in English. It was registered with the Department of Provincial Administration, Ministry of Interior, on 31 January 2007 (Registration Certificate No. Jor. 4532/2550).

Objectives

1. To research and disseminate knowledge on the use of network technology, information technology and related applications.

2. To support and advise government and private organisations on approaches and policies concerning network technology, information technology and related applications.

3. To support human resource development in network technology, information technology and related applications.

4. To support and promote the use of network technology, information technology and related applications among government agencies, the private sector and the general public.

5. To seek cooperation and coordinate with other relevant organisations in Thailand and abroad.

6. To seek international cooperation in networking and the Internet.

7. Not to engage in any political activities.

8. Not to operate billiard tables.

Association Emblem

The emblem is a semicircle bearing the word “ThaiREN” in white, with the association’s Thai name in black along the upper edge, set above three overlapping stupas in orange and grey, with a wave running horizontally across.

The white “ThaiREN” stands for Thai Research Education Network, the three stupas represent Thai identity, and the wave symbolises continuous, unceasing development.