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Bangkok will celebrate the LGBTQ community on Sunday 5 June with its first Pride parade in 11 years.

While nearby Phuket holds an annual Pride event each April, there's been a number of challenges to organising a similar event in the capital.

Bangkok Pride aims to promote gender equality and equal rights, while raising awareness for LGBTQ-related health issues. As well as the parade, there will be workshops, film festivals, social events and parties held across the city.

Out BKK, Rainbow Sky Association of Thailand, QueerMango, Bangkokrainbow and the HIV Foundation Asia are among the organisations involved in the event.

What's life like for LGBTQ people in Thailand?

What's life like for LGBTQ people in Thailand? Let's take a look at some of the key equality indicators.

Is it legal to be gay in Thailand?

Yes – homosexuality was decriminalised in 1956.

The age of consent was equalised in 1997.

Is there Marriage Equality in Thailand?

As things currently stand, there is no legal recognition of same-sex couples. There’s a general tolerance of same-sex relationships, but no legal protections.

Does Thailand have anti-discrimination protections based on sexuality?

Yes – protections were introduced in 2015. There are a range of exemptions to the protections that were implemented, so it’s not the strongest framework however it’s better than nothing.

What's life like for LGBTQ people in Thailand?

Thailand is a relatively accepting kind of place and there is a vibrant and visible LGBTQ community. The country welcomes LGBTQ tourism.