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Minister's 'stress' theory misses the point
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/02/2026
» Malaysia's Minister for Religious Affairs, Datuk Zulkifli Hasan, has grabbed global media headlines with his remarks on the LGBTQ+ community. The minister was quoted as saying the sexual orientation of LGBTQ+ individuals is caused by a lifestyle of excessive work-related stress, social pressure, sexual experiences and insufficient religious observance.
Apcom Hero Awards returns to celebrate marriage equality
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 18/10/2025
» The Apcom Hero Awards this year honours LGBTI advocates and celebrates Thailand's milestone in passing the Marriage Equality bill.
Blood campaigner crowned as first Mr Gay Universe Thailand
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 24/07/2025
» Bangkok Rainbow and its allies last week hosted the grand final of Mr Gay Universe Thailand 2025 at CDC Crystal Hall for a chance to compete in the Mr Gay Universe grand final in India in November. This year, Panupong Pimprasit, a creative director, acting coach and musical actor, was crowned the first Mr Gay Universe Thailand.
Srettha: Protecting rights is a year-round challenge
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/06/2025
» Thailand needs to keep supporting the spirit behind Pride Month to ensure LGBTQ+ rights are protected and people are treated equally, said former prime minister Srettha Thavisin.
Rehab policy 'may not suit all users', psychologist says
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/01/2025
» The recent police raid on an exclusive gay party on Dec 8 in Watthana district of Bangkok, in which more than half of the 124 party-goers tested positive for drugs and were sent to rehab, has raised wider questions about privacy and the drug policy.
UN launches chemical sex health toolkit
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 08/11/2024
» Two United Nations (UN) agencies launched a chemical sex health toolkit on Thursday during a two-day symposium held in Bangkok.
Unlocking Girls' Love
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 07/10/2024
» While the Boys' Love genre has grown in popularity, received support and become an important driver for Thai economic growth, Girls' Love (GL) still lacks support to realise its full potential and create awareness about the diversity of love.
Thai delegate wins big at Mr Gay World
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/08/2024
» Poosit Changkaewmanee, winner of Mr Gay World Thailand 2024, was recently crowned the second runner-up at Mr Gay World 2024. Now in its 16th edition, the event was held last week at the Alnwick Garden in the United Kingdom.
Thailand 'reaffirms' pledge to LGBTQIA2S+
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 15/08/2024
» Thailand reaffirms its commitment to upholding LGBTQIA2S+ rights while demonstrating its readiness to bid for hosting the InterPride World Conference in 2025, with aspirations to host WorldPride in 2030.
Pride and prejudice in the ‘Land of Smiles’
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 24/07/2024
» Despite the tremendous success of Thailand in passing the same-sex marriage bill, the nation still needs to work on other LGBTQ+ issues to ensure equality and pride on a sustained basis.