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Japan outlines multilayered plan to improve LGBT understanding
Japan outlines multilayered plan to improve LGBT understanding
MONDAY, JUNE 01, 2026
The first basic programme on sexual minorities sets out steps for schools, homes, communities and workplaces, with adoption possible this month.Genderless fashion finds fresh demand among young Japanese
Genderless fashion finds fresh demand among young Japanese
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2026
Japanese retailers are widening genderless fashion ranges as Gen Z shoppers embrace men’s parasols, women’s ties and unisex suiting.Bangkok Pride Festival 2026 names six Naruemit ambassadors
Bangkok Pride Festival 2026 names six Naruemit ambassadors
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2026
Bangkok Pride Festival 2026 will turn Silom Road into a rainbow road on Sunday (May 31, 2026), as Thailand pursues its bid to host WorldPride 2030.Japan to mull pre-marriage name use in gender equality program
Japan to mull pre-marriage name use in gender equality program
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 06, 2025
The Japanese government, in its sixth basic program for promoting gender equality, will stipulate that it will consider legislation to legalise the use of pre-marriage family names, informed sources told the Jiji Press on Saturday (December 6).Court rules Thai Red Cross blood donation ban on LGBTQIA+ not discriminatory
Court rules Thai Red Cross blood donation ban on LGBTQIA+ not discriminatory
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025
The Central Administrative Court on Friday ruled that the Thai Red Cross Society’s refusal to accept blood donations from LGBTQIA+ individuals does not constitute discrimination, citing the need to safeguard recipients’ safety.Vietnamese athletes face gender testing ahead of SEA Games
Vietnamese athletes face gender testing ahead of SEA Games
SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025
Vietnamese athletes will undergo sex verification testing before the official squad for the 33rd SEA Games is finalised in early September, according to the Viet Nam Athletics Federation.FIVB disqualifies two Vietnam players amid gender controversy rumours
FIVB disqualifies two Vietnam players amid gender controversy rumours
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Vietnam to appeal FIVB ruling disqualifying two U21 players, insisting no rules were broken and all registrations complied with regulations.What next after same sex marriage in Thailand ?
What next after same sex marriage in Thailand ?
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2025
January 23, 2025, is a historic day for Thailand and Southeast Asia. As a result of the new Thai law amending the longstanding Thai Civil and Commercial Code (taking effect 120 days after its royal promulgation in the final months of 2024), same-sex couples are able to register their marriage and enjoy full rights and duties as spouses without gender discrimination. Thailand’s literacy rate stands at 94.1%, review finds
Thailand’s literacy rate stands at 94.1%, review finds
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2024
Thailand has been ranked seventh among Southeast Asian countries on the literacy rate—the ability to read and write—by the World Population Review website this year.Gender row boxers disqualified from World Championships after chromosome test
Gender row boxers disqualified from World Championships after chromosome test
MONDAY, AUGUST 05, 2024
The Algerian and Taiwanese boxers embroiled in a row over gender in sport at the Paris Olympics were disqualified from the 2023 World Championships after a sex chromosome test ruled both of them ineligible, the International Boxing Association said on Monday (August 5).