University Student Pakkarapong “Toy” Khuaikhoen, won Mr. Gay World Thailand on Saturday, a contest for gay Thai men that considers more than just beauty.
The 26-year-old won for speaking out against cyberbullying, which he said occurs regularly in the gay online community in Thailand. Toy is committed to rolling out campaigns to encourage online respect.
“I want the LGBT community to be accepted, and it has to start from the inside. We must stop bullying each other. This is why I decided to compete. I want to be a spokesman for gender equality,” Toy told Dodeden.
Toy, who is studying Arts & Communications at Nation University, will represent Thailand in the international Mr. Gay World contest, which will be held in South Africa in May.
Other than promoting gender equality, Toy said he likes making Thai desserts and being in front of a camera.
Mr. Gay World is an annual contest for gay men. It seeks to establish global ambassadors for LGBT and human rights.
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