2.3.5 Staff hunger interventions

Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) implements Staff Hunger Intervention initiatives as part of its internal welfare programme to enhance quality of life and reduce disparities in food access among employees. These interventions are embedded within institutional festive events such as the New Year celebration and the traditional Songkran Festival, where food and beverages are provided to employees across all categories — including academic staff, administrative staff, contract and outsourced personnel who are considered more income-vulnerable — ensuring equitable access to nutritious meals and reducing food cost burden during major annual periods. This community-sharing approach also strengthens organisational belonging, connection, and positive social and mental well-being among staff, which indirectly contributes to improved food security and inclusive welfare outcomes. These annual events are delivered across both SWU Prasarnmit Campus (Bangkok) and SWU Ongkharak Campus (Nakhon Nayok), covering a workforce of approximately 6,000 personnel and ensuring that food support under the Staff Hunger Intervention programme reaches all staff groups consistently.

Srinakharinwirot University: Healthy and Affordable Food Choices on Campus (SDG 2.3.4) Policy Overview

Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) is committed to promoting the health and well-being of its students and staff through affordable and nutritious food options available on campus. In alignment with the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2: Zero, the university ensures that all members of the community have access to healthy, safe, and affordable food choices within campus facilities.

The university’s policy focuses on:

Affordability – Ensuring that healthy food options are economically accessible to all students and staff.

30-Baht Healthy Meal Initiative

Srinakharinwirot University has implemented a “30-Baht Menu Policy” across campus canteens.

Each food vendor is required to offer at least one complete meal option at 30 THB, ensuring that students and staff from all economic backgrounds can access nutritious meals without financial barriers.

This initiative directly supports food security and inclusivity within the university community.

Example:

“Rice with Mixed Vegetables” “Fried Rice with Egg” or “Chicken Noodle Soup”  are offered at 30 THB.

Menu Board Display in Front of Food Vendors