Transgender students officially recognized at Thammasat U.

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Transgender students officially recognized at Thammasat U.

 

 

Thailand’s Thammasat University has taken a big step in the recognition and promotion of the rights of transgender students on campus.

 

An announcement, issued and signed by Associate Professor Kesinee Vitoonchart, the Rector of the university, allows students, from Tuesday, to dress in accordance with the gender with which they self-identify.

 

The new rule applies to students when in the classroom, when taking examinations, undergoing training, contacting officials and attending ceremonies, including graduation ceremonies. They must, however, follow the university’s gender relevantdress code.

 

Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/transgender-students-officially-recognized-at-thammasat-u/

 

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[Matzzon]

39 minutes ago, webfact said:

recognition and promotion

So much talk for nothing. The only thing that has to be done is to accept all students.

 

There is no need to recognize, promote or favor any one.

[ezzra]

In a country awash with TG's probably a welcome decision, just remain to see which bathroom are they going to pee in...

[kamahele]

Long overdue. I hope this spreads to other educational institutions.

[rupert the bear]

its about time people were treated with respect.some people here complain about the racist attutudes they encounter here,discrimination is discrimination and this is but another form

[bert bloggs]

I have no problem with a man wanting to be a woman or visa versa ,but if you dont mensurate and you have a d--k born a man ,die a man . same goes for people who want to have sex with people of their own gender ,up to you ,just get on with it and stop bloody going on and on with parades ,rainbow flags etc.

we are not interested.

[jak2002003]

42 minutes ago, bert bloggs said:

I have no problem with a man wanting to be a woman or visa versa ,but if you dont mensurate and you have a d--k born a man ,die a man . same goes for people who want to have sex with people of their own gender ,up to you ,just get on with it and stop bloody going on and on with parades ,rainbow flags etc.

we are not interested.

That is nice that you are not bothered by those things. However, sadly many people in the world are very bothered by such issues, as trans, gay and other minorities still often encounter discrimination and hate crime in their lives. 

 

That is why events and gatherings / support groups and media attention is so important...to give these people help, support and confidence to stand up to injustices. 

[BobBKK]

I recognize them - 'hey there's a guy in women's clothing'  right?  I support anyone doing anything that harms none. They will never change their DNA and until they do guys are guys and gals are gals but if they enjoy sex with the same gender or want to dress-up who cares?  live and let live but don't give them precedence. 

 

 

Edited June 9, 2020 by BobBKK

[AlexRich]

It’s a strange condition, but I’m all for people doing what makes them happy, as long as it harms no one else. 

[Jingthing]

1 hour ago, bert bloggs said:

I have no problem with a man wanting to be a woman or visa versa ,but if you dont mensurate and you have a d--k born a man ,die a man . same goes for people who want to have sex with people of their own gender ,up to you ,just get on with it and stop bloody going on and on with parades ,rainbow flags etc.

we are not interested.

You sound pretty interested! 

Otherwise why do you complain so much?!? 

 

Sorry but the tone of your post comes off as extremely bigoted. 

 

If there is a parade that doesn't interest you then freakin' don't attend. 

 

BTW maybe you didn't know but gay pride parades aren't really much of a thing in Thailand. 

Edited June 9, 2020 by Jingthing

[Jingthing]

1 hour ago, kamahele said:

Long overdue. I hope this spreads to other educational institutions.

Absolutely. 

Especially in Thailand as they tend to have gender based dress codes. 

[George Aylesham]

30 minutes ago, jak2002003 said:

That is nice that you are not bothered by those things. However, sadly many people in the world are very bothered by such issues, as trans, gay and other minorities still often encounter discrimination and hate crime in their lives. 

 

That is why events and gatherings / support groups and media attention is so important...to give these people help, support and confidence to stand up to injustices. 

The number of people murdered, maimed, imprisoned, discriminated throughout the world because they may be perceived as LGBT is horrendous. The University is right to formally signal its acceptance of those who may be different from the majority.

[bert bloggs]

18 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

You sound pretty interested! 

Otherwise why do you complain so much?!? 

 

Sorry but the tone of your post comes off as extremely bigoted. 

 

If there is a parade that doesn't interest you then freakin' don't attend. 

 

BTW maybe you didn't know but gay pride parades aren't really much of a thing in Thailand. 

yes i am interested ,i have 2 gay cousins , and a gay nephew .but they just get on with their lives ,they dont make a big deal out of it and keep going on and on and bloody on .

[bodga]

1 minute ago, bert bloggs said:

yes i am interested ,i have 2 gay cousins , and a gay nephew .but they just get on with their lives ,they dont make a big deal out of it and keep going on and on and bloody on .

Do they talk or walk in an affected look at me im different /special way, that always makes  me  laugh. I had two gay customers nicest ever, you would  never  know.

[bert bloggs]

10 minutes ago, George Aylesham said:

The number of people murdered, maimed, imprisoned, discriminated throughout the world because they may be perceived as LGBT is horrendous. The University is right to formally signal its acceptance of those who may be different from the majority.

my grandparents were murdered by the German nazis in a concentration camp because they were Jews ,it happened ,its history ,learn from it . but thats it ,

[bodga]

12 minutes ago, George Aylesham said:

The number of people murdered, maimed, imprisoned, discriminated throughout the world because they may be perceived as LGBT is horrendous.

More  horrendous are some religions who have no acceptance.

[bert bloggs]

1 minute ago, bodga said:

Do they talk or walk in an affected look at me im different /special way, that always makes  me  laugh. I had two gay customers nicest ever, you would  never  know.

nope ,you would not know it , just look and act like everyone else ,one lives with her partner ,but never makes a big deal out of it .

[bert bloggs]

1 minute ago, bodga said:

More  horrendous are some religions who have no acceptance.

you will never see demonstrations about that , 

[Jingthing]

18 minutes ago, bert bloggs said:

yes i am interested ,i have 2 gay cousins , and a gay nephew .but they just get on with their lives ,they dont make a big deal out of it and keep going on and on and bloody on .

Yeah sure the tried and true some of my best friends are defense. 

Not very convincing. 

So are these "relatives" aware that you post anti gay pride posts on forums? 

[BritManToo]

18 minutes ago, bert bloggs said:

nope ,you would not know it , just look and act like everyone else ,one lives with her partner ,but never makes a big deal out of it .

I once went to a works party with a workmate and both out wives ..... a lot of the other guys turned up wearing skin tight silk hot pants, lots of 'teapot' impressions. Free food and booze so not really a problem.

Edited June 9, 2020 by BritManToo

[CrunchWrapSupreme]

I often wonder why some of these staunch conservatives so offended by LGBT, wound up in a country with so much of it, along with open views toward sex, alcohol, and other not so conservative things.

[bodga]

42 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

Yeah sure the tried and true some of my best friends are defense. 

Not very convincing. 

So are these "relatives" aware that you post anti gay pride posts on forums? 

maybe  they  dont  make  a  big deal  out of it.

[bodga]

25 minutes ago, CrunchWrapSupreme said:

I often wonder why some of these staunch conservatives so offended by LGBT, wound up in a country with so much of it, along with open views toward sex, alcohol, and other not so conservative things.

Thailands  very  conservative  in many  things.

[Baht Simpson]

2 hours ago, bert bloggs said:

I have no problem with a man wanting to be a woman or visa versa ,but if you dont mensurate and you have a d--k born a man ,die a man . same goes for people who want to have sex with people of their own gender ,up to you ,just get on with it and stop bloody going on and on with parades ,rainbow flags etc.

we are not interested.

You're rather defeating you own argument, Bert. Google transgender menstruation. You might change your mind.

 

 

[Baht Simpson]

1 hour ago, bert bloggs said:

my grandparents were murdered by the German nazis in a concentration camp because they were Jews ,it happened ,its history ,learn from it . but thats it ,

No, we must make sure it doesn't happen again.  And remember homosexuals were in there with them. 

Edited June 9, 2020 by Baht Simpson

[TallGuyJohninBKK]

2 hours ago, bert bloggs said:

we are not interested.

You're certainly demonstrating an exceptional level of compassion and empathy for those different than yourself... 

 

I'm sure you'll also be right out there in front of the "Black Lives Matter" demonstrations calling for an end to racism and police brutality.

 

[Baht Simpson]

17 minutes ago, bodga said:

maybe  they  dont  make  a  big deal  out of it.

There are thousands of posts on this site with straight guys making a big deal out of their prowess in bed. Better to go on about equality than sexual conquests I believe.

Edited June 9, 2020 by Baht Simpson

[stouricks]

1 hour ago, bert bloggs said:

yes i am interested ,i have 2 gay cousins , and a gay nephew .but they just get on with their lives ,they dont make a big deal out of it and keep going on and on and bloody on .

Same as vegans and non smokers/drinkers.

[nausea]

Interesting graduation ceremonies are included, cos aren't they usually presided over by some royal personage or other, and that would be a big deal indeed I would've thought. Whilst a lot of educational institutions turn a blind eye to everyday cross dressing (yeah, I know they're TGs not CDs, but I'm just using the term in a practical sense), the graduation ceremony can be a sticking point. Anyway, shrewd move by Thammasat IMHO. They'll attract the no doubt lucrative TG market and, if my experience as a teacher is anything to go by, get students of above average intelligence, also cements their progressive credentials. 

[bestie]

Thanks to everyone who are standing up against discrimination. We need you. ????