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Dignity still elusive for LGBTQ people
Oped, Published on 20/06/2024
» Finally, Thailand has made history by being the first Asean country to legalise same-sex marriage, after the Senate, a very conservative Upper House, appointed by the 2014 Thai coup-maker, approved the marriage equality bill.
Senate passes same-sex marriage law
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 19/06/2024
» Thailand is set to become the first country in Southeast Asia to recognise same-sex marriage, with its marriage equality law passed in the Senate on Tuesday and now on the way to being promulgated before it is due to take effect in the next few months.
Senate passes landmark bill recognising marriage equality
Published on 18/06/2024
» The Senate passed the final reading of a marriage equality law on Tuesday, paving the way for the country to become the third territory in Asia to recognise same-sex couples after Nepal and Taiwan.
Big on Pride
Published on 18/06/2024
» Re: "Govt to chase pink baht after Pride nets B4.5bn", (BP, June 16).
More women needed at the top
News, Published on 17/06/2024
» Mexico has just elected its first female president, following a rare contest between two women, and a record number of women were recently elected to South Korea's National Assembly. But while these results represent welcome gains for gender equality, they are outliers. The broader picture is disheartening.
Marriage equality bill poised for final push
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/06/2024
» The Marriage Equality Bill is expected to pass the final round of Senate voting this month. The bill, which may take effect by the end of this year, will make Thailand the first country in Southeast Asia to support gender equality.
Young HIV cases still face stigma
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/06/2024
» Thailand needs to work faster to reduce stigmatisation against young people living with HIV (young PLHIV) in healthcare settings, experts say, as it is deterring them from seeking treatment and hindering the global goal of ending the Aids epidemic.
Asian Pride Alliance to boost LGBTQIA2S+ rights
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 08/06/2024
» The Asian Pride Alliance (APA) initiative has been formed in Phuket to promote gender equality and LGBTQIA2S+ rights in the region.
Phuket Pride runs until this Sunday
Life, Post Reporters, Published on 06/06/2024
» To mark marriage equality in Thailand and Pride Month, Phuket Pride is bringing colour to the old town through a range of creative activities until Sunday. Designed around the theme of "Equality for All - Be Yourself, Be Respect, Be Proud", the local LGBTQIA2S+ community is organizing the Paradise Street Party in Soi Paradise, Patong.
Naruemit Pride flies the rainbow flag on the road to equality
Life, Post Reporters, Published on 05/06/2024
» The ultimate Pride celebration returned on Saturday in the heart of Bangkok, drawing everyone in with its extravagance and vibrant colours beyond comparison.