Abstract
While nonviolent resistance is known to the general public in Thailand, “unarmed civilian protection” is not a familiar language. As a low intensity conflict society, yet with persisting structural violence, the Thai state monopolizes protection in all conflicts; yet vulnerabilities amidst conflicts show a close link between physical harm and structural violence based on political suppression and social prejudices.
This brief is 1/3 of a series of policy briefs about UCP in Thailand (2022, 2023). It's English title is The UCP Idea.