Tag results for 'gender discrimination'

Thailand’s landmark move toward marriage equality: a beacon of hope in Southeast Asia

Thailand has made an historic advancement in LGBTQI+ rights by legalising same-sex marriage, becoming the first Southeast Asian nation to do so. This significant milestone ensures equal marital rights for LGBTQI+ couples and sets a progressive precedent for the region, reinforcing Thailand’s commitment to social justice and human rights.

Released on Sep 24, 2024

Navigating the multigenerational workforce and advocating for gender pay equality in the Thai legal sphere

Managing a multigenerational workforce poses challenges for Thai law firms, where traditional values often clash with modern practices. This article explores these challenges, and advocates for gender pay equality, emphasising the need for inclusive policies and proactive measures to bridge generational and gender gaps in the workplace.

Released on Apr 25, 2024

Evolution of workplace harassment laws in Pakistan: the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act 2010 and the 2022 Amendment

The Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act 2010 is a seminal legislation in Pakistan, providing victims of workplace harassment with an opportunity to pursue legal recourse. However, the law is subject to some limitations: primarily a narrow definition of ‘workplace’ and ‘employee’ with a focus only on sexual harassment of women, limiting the effectiveness of the law in addressing all forms of harassment faced by any employee in different types of workplaces. In 2022, an amendment to the Act was introduced, expanding its scope, addressing the limitations of the initial Act and making justice for victims of workplace harassment more accessible. This article explores the original law’s merits and limitations in addition to the changes brought about by the amendment, thus highlighting the importance of strong legal protections against workplace harassment in Pakistan.

Released on Dec 12, 2023