Fighting Transgender Discrimination - Thailand

Asia Insight Season 8 Episode 27

Overview:
Thailand has a reputation as a haven for transgender people. But the reality is that many continue to experience discrimination, forcing them to hide their sexual identities. Determined to change this situation, transgender people are taking action. Making use of the Gender Equality Act of 2015, they are winning access to jobs previously closed to them, along with the right to wear clothes that match their sexual identity. In this episode, we hear from transgender people standing up to discrimination in a changing society.

Genre : Documentary, News

Actors : -

Release Date : 2019-11-29

Duration : 28 menit

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