Equality in Motion: Analyzing the Implications of Thailand's Same-Sex Marriage Bill Article Thailand’s marriage equality bill, which would legalize and recognize same-sex unions, passed its first reading in the upper house of parliament, a major milestone that could potentially make the country the first in Southeast Asia to do so. By Pasavat Tanskul
CCCL Film Festival: Empowering Young Filmmakers to Redefine Climate Narratives Interview Pattana Kakaiy of Urban Creature talks to the minds behind Changing Climate, Changing Lives / CCCL Film Festival, Dr. Busakorn Suriyasarn and Nakorn Chaisri on how to spread awareness about Climate Change through films, and empowering young filmmakers to redefine the climate narratives before it is too late. By Pattana Kakaiy
Human-Elephant Conflict in Thailand Article Just a two-hour drive from Bangkok, a war rages between humans and elephants. The animals are reclaiming areas that were once covered in jungle but are now agricultural lands. Villagers say they feel helpless as the elephants are raiding their communities, destroying entire harvests, and at times, killing farmers. By Annelie Langerak
NON NON NON x Abandon Radio: Intro to DJ-ing Workshop for Women and Non-binary Article 11 November 2023 — Chiangmai — On the 4th floor of the restaurant Boonpun Zaru & Don, located the underground live broadcasting radio station Abandon Radio where that Saturday, NON NON NON, Bangkok’s queer underground collective formed in 2018 by Mae Happyair. By Montipa Virojpan
Abortions in Thailand, Now Legal, Face a New Obstacle: Doctors Analysis Abortion is now decriminalized in Thailand thanks to a landmark court case, but access to the service continues to be denied to many women, due to resistance from many medical professionals. By Teeranai Charuvastra
Diplomatic Balancing in the Quagmire: Thailand’s Foreign Policy among Great Powers Article Multilateralism, strengthening cooperation, and upholding international legal principles are proclaimed to guide Thai foreign policy. But there are three key areas which remain testing for Thailand’s balanced approach: security, the post-pandemic situation, and civic spaces. By Kasira Cheeppensook
Make Climate Change and DRR Policy in Thailand Relevant in the Age of the Anthropocene Article A note from an online panel entitled “Living in the Anthropocene: Climate Framework and DRR Policies for Sustainable Development in Thailand” on 12 October 2022, co-organized by Disaster Resilience and Environmental Sustainability (DRES), Mae Fah Luang University and Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Southeast Asia regional office. By Maya Dania
Spinning in the Void: The Data Black Hole of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Thailand Article Thailand lacks consistent records or accessible data when it comes to women’s rights issues. One of the most pressing topics in women’s rights – sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) – has little to no publicly accessible data, which is fundamental for organizations, government and stakeholders to effectively tackle these issues. By Jirada Phetlam
Saving Lives Through Education for Disaster Preparedness and Awareness: Lessons from Japan, Indonesia, and Thailand Article Disaster education is the key to developing a sustainable safety culture in school environments. With experiences and examples across Japan, Indonesia, Thailand and other countries, including disaster response education into school curricula and other activities will help foster community action and resilience in the time of emergencies. By Reni Juwitasari
Mekong Community Resilience in the Face of Dam Development, Environmental Degradation and Climate Change Article Hydropower dams on the Mekong mainstream have resulted in many negative impacts on riverine communities who depend on the river’s transboundary ecological web for their livelihoods. Ongoing plans for development continue to impact people’s lives – can it be halted before it reaches a tipping point? By Tipakson Manpati