Choices and problems of gender equality in Thai society

Abstract

Currently, the problem of sexual violence (gender-based violence) has become increasingly frequent and violent because society is dominated by patriarchy. This article reveals that the social process is complicated by the definition of women as weaklings and second-class citizens; therefore, women easily become victims of sexual violence

However, punishing sexual violence perpetrators by a death penalty as currently called for by the public is not a sustainable solution.  To create a truly peaceful and caring society, Thai society should give priority to solving the problem by focusing on the root causes and providing an educational opportunity for changing the public’s attitude