The story of Toom, Parinya Charoenphol, a globally recognized professional boxer who broke down barriers within the gender binary in sports during a time when society was less accepting of LGBTQIA+ individuals. Today, Toom runs her own boxing gym in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan. However, after a prolonged lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, her business is once again suffering due to the arrival of another wave of outbreaks.
This video highlights the urgent need for companies in Thailand to address the discrimination faced by members of the LGBTQIA+ community in the workplace. It emphasizes that it is not acceptable for individuals to face bigotry and be disadvantaged by discriminatory policies. The call to action is to tackle discrimination while promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
This is a powerful reminder that Thailand is not a "LGBTQIA+ paradise," as many institutions, including families, schools, workplaces, and healthcare services, continue to discriminate against LGBTQIA+ individuals. This prejudice has no place in a democratic society, and we must work towards creating a more inclusive and accepting environment for all.
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