Today marks International Women’s Day, which was first announced by the United Nations in 1975. The day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women worldwide while calling to accelerate women’s equality. The theme for this year is “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”. While there have been countless stories of achievements made by inspiring women, there are millions of women, especially those in low-income tiers, who suffer poverty, discrimination and exploitation. Thailand is a showcase example that women from a middle-class background or above …

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