Thailand, The Philippines, and I

Both Thailand and the Philippines are Southeast Asian countries with many cultural and historical links. However, they have developed in separate ways over the centuries. Let’s hear from Harloi, an outspoken advocate for the LGBT+…

Out and Proud – Living as an LGBTQ+ individual in the Little Red Dot

In a largely conservative society, living as an LGBTQ+ individuals could be a challenge for many. In this article, Ming shares more about his personal life in Singapore how he sees the country progress when…

Heads up, for a glorious future

As excited and optimistic as she can be for what the future will bring to the LGBTQ+ community in Thailand, Nok still sees the harsh reality hidden in the shadow of the Thai society towards…

In the queer community, some are standing whilst some are still on the floor

As the first Strategic Communications Fellow of ILGA Asia and one of the Top 100 Women in Artificial Intelligence Ethics globally, Jean Linis-Dinco shares her story of how she used machine learning and data to uplift and advocate…

What’s It Like To Come Out In Myanmar

In Myanmar, the climate for LGBTQI+ individuals has improved in terms of public knowledge and societal acceptability, all thanks to the democratic political reforms that broadened the space for free expression and civil society over…

Gender discrimination would not end with one media campaign

Earlier this month, protests were staged to oppose the UK government’s conversion therapy policy. Conversion therapy refers to any practice which tries to change or suppress someone’s orientation or gender identity. People from the LGBTQ+…

Is a Transwoman a Woman?

According to a survey by UNDP, ILP in 2018, 90% APAC LGBT+ said that the workplace has not put LGBT+ inclusive policies in place (LGBTI People and Employment: Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity…