Thailand launches "Pink Plus", unlocking the new era of the pink economy, the first in the world By Borderless.lgbt, the world's first platform providing services for the LGBTQIA+ group in terms of health and wellness, operating under the concept of DE&I or diversity, equality, and inclusion
Thailand launches "Pink Plus", unlocking the new era of the pink economy, the first in the world
Currently, Thailand has been pushing for the same-sex marriage law and has various policies in the future that will support family planning for the LGBTQIA+ community. Therefore, to show Thailand's readiness to become a DE&I Hub or a society of diversity, equality, and inclusion, the LGBTQIA+ community currently has a population of more than 200 million people worldwide. Thailand is one of the most popular destinations for tourism and long-term stay after retirement for many foreigners.
Borderless.lgbt is therefore taking the lead in transforming the pink economy into Pink Plus with innovations and new developments in medical tourism, retirement planning, family planning support, technology, and Thailand's entertainment and film industries.
In addition, "Borderless.lgbt" also offers a "Pink Plus" membership package that comes with various services, such as a telemedicine platform with medical experts. Offers from leading retailers, retirement planning, innovative programs and workshops, family health support, financial planning services, housing support, and stays at leading resorts and hotels.
This event is supported by Thailand Privilege Co., Ltd., an agency under the supervision of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), which provides long-term visas to foreigners through membership cards of the GOLD PLATINUM DIAMOND and RESERVE types, which can stay in Thailand from 5 years to 20+ years, along with airport service privileges and lifestyle privileges throughout the stay.
Manathep Ananwat, President, Thailand Privilege Card Co., Ltd.
“Thailand Privilege Card is very pleased to be a part of supporting equality and gender diversity in Thailand on the occasion of Pride Month through this activity to communicate a good image of Thailand, elevating Thailand to become a hub for the LGBTQIA+ community and a society of diversity, equality, and acceptance of differences. At the same time, the company is ready to move forward to enhance its services and various benefits to meet the needs and facilitate living in Thailand for LGBTQIA+ foreigners who want to stay long-term.”
Borderless.lgbt has initiated the presentation of health technology, artificial intelligence (AI), financial technology (Fintech), retirement lifestyle concepts, film industry, and new business concepts to drive Thailand to transform into a DE&I hub by establishing a Pink Incubator in the old city of Yaowarat to support and provide advice to startup networks, with a call center and staff ready to provide services in the Thonglor area to support “Pink Plus” members. Borderless.lgbt is also preparing to launch AI technology to answer questions from members who want more information about growth opportunities in the “Pink Plus” economy in various languages, which can be contacted via online chat without language barriers.
In addition, Borderless.lgbt is ready to welcome entrepreneurs and organizations with determination from around the world to join as representatives to deliver Pink Plus membership packages. Those interested can apply for training courses at www.borderless.lgbt Trainees who pass the DE&I training and assessment process will receive a certificate of participation to be a representative to present the Pink Plus package.
Reference: bangkokbiznews
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