As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the HERO Awards under the theme TENAC10US, we are pleased to announce UNAIDS as the Host of this…
VanessAugust 7, 2026
Vajira Somlim Vajira Somlim aka Khun Boy established the global pageant in Bangkok, Thailand, and aims to celebrate body positivity, diversity, and confidence within the…
VanessJune 29, 2026
APCOM and Riverside Plaza officially opened Frame of Pride 2026: #BodyPositivity with a special reception under the theme "Body Acceptance. Peace Within." The evening brought…
VanessJune 26, 2026
Gavin ChowMalaysia The Winner - Mr. Bear International 2026 I have been an LGBTQ human rights activist in Malaysia for 11 years. I lead queer…
VanessJune 26, 2026
Lyubomir KodikovBulgaria The 2nd Runner up - Mister Bear International 2026 I’m originally from Bulgaria and currently living in Thailand. I’ve always been someone who…
VanessJune 26, 2026
Our annual in-person event offers a dynamic mix of policy dialogue, practical learning, and partnership-building opportunities. The event will feature three panel discussions with senior…
VanessJune 17, 2026
Background Across Asia and the Pacific, LGBTIQ+ communities continue to face growing challenges, including shrinking civic space, discriminatory laws and policies, violence, harassment, displacement, and…
VanessJune 9, 2026
From 15–18 May 2026, communities, activists, artists, partners, allies, and changemakers came together at SCBX NEXT TECH, Bangkok, to commemorate IDAHOBIT 2026 under the powerful…
VanessMay 28, 2026
Contributor: Rosanna Flamer-CalderaExecutive Director, EQUAL GROUND, Sri LankaHERO Awards Recipient: 2022 Community Hero What does “At the Heart of Democracy” mean to you? For me,…
VanessMay 28, 2026
