Thai LGBTIQ+ Activists Forge Safe, Stronger Communities
A wave of resilient activism across Thailand is reshaping local life for LGBTIQ+ people. New profiles and research highlighted by UN Women illuminate diverse voices—from rural storytellers to urban counsellors and Indigenous rights advocates—driving safer spaces, greater visibility, and lasting community support. This thrust comes as Thai society continues to reassess gender norms, protections, and social inclusion.
In Surin, a community storyteller uses media to reach young Thais with messages of empathy and inclusion. She leads animated YouTube projects and rural mentorship programs that help children see themselves reflected on screen and feel encouraged to tell their own stories. “Media is about identity and connection,” she notes. When young people see themselves in stories, they feel seen and valued.