Performance Evaluation in Career Promotion for Delinquent Juvenile Between Government and Private Agency

Abstract

The objective of this research is to evaluate the success of collaboration between government and private sector organizations in promoting careers for children who have committed offenses. The study utilized a mixed-methods research approach, involving both quantitative and qualitative methods. The target groups consisted of 35 business owners in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Nakhon Pathom, Khon Kaen, Chonburi, Rayong, and Yala provinces, as well as 41 children. The target groups were selected using a purposive sampling method. The study found that the success of providing career opportunities to children is reflected in the continuous acceptance of children from training centers. This is consistent with the assessment results indicating that entrepreneurs are highly satisfied (Mean = 3.82, S.D. = 0.531), while children are also highly satisfied with career opportunities (Mean = 4.81, S.D. = 0.539). Moreover, qualitative findings suggest that counseling and positive reinforcement through encouraging conversations and family-like care can help.