Article 71, emphasizes protection against violence or unfair treatment towards women.
1) Domestic Violence Victim Protection Act B.E. 2550 (2007)
2) Gender Equality Act, B.E. 2558 (2015), prohibiting violence stemming from inequality.
Other legal provisions addressing forms of violence against women:
- Criminal Code of Thailand, including rape and sexual assault (Section 276 and 295-298).
- Anti-human trafficking Act, B.E. 2551 (2008)
- Civil and Commercial Code Amendment Act (No 24), B.E. 2567 (2025), commonly known as the Marriage Equality Act
National Action Plan for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2023-2027 is currently under development.
The Women’s Development Action Plan (2023-2027), under Pillar 2 including measures to eliminate root causes, ensuring access to services and protection.
Acts of sexual harassment may fall under Section 388 (Indecent Exposure) and Section 397 (Annoyance and Sexual Harassment) of the Criminal Code, as petty offenses. However, the Code lacks a clear definition of what constitutes sexual harassment.
The Civil Service Act, B.E. 2551 (2008), and the Office of the Civil Service Commission (OCSC)
The Labor Protection Act (No. 2), B.E. 2551 (2008), Section 16: Specifies provisions related to the protection of employees from sexual harassment in the workplace.
“Marital rape” is not explicitly criminalized in Domestic Violence Victim Protection Act B.E. 2550 (2007), but Section 276 of the Criminal Code, encompasses all forms of non-consensual sexual intercourse, regardless of the relationship status.
Civil and Commercial Code Amendment Act (No 24), B.E. 2567 (2025), commonly known as the Marriage Equality Act, Sections 1501, 1514, 1516
Civil and Commercial Code Amendment Act (No 24), B.E. 2567 (2025), Section 1448.
Marriage is permitted for individuals who are at least 18 years of age. However, the court may grant permission for marriage to parties under this age if deemed reasonable
Civil and Commercial Code Amendment Act (No 24), B.E. 2567 (2025), Section 1448.
Marriage is permitted for individuals who are at least 18 years of age. However, the court may grant permission for marriage to parties under this age if deemed reasonable
Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (Department of Women's Affairs and Family Development) is responsible for developing national action plans and coordination efforts across sectors.
The Committee on the Promotion of the Status of Women is the key advisory body to address issues related to violence against women.
The Gender Based Violence Task Force was established in 2021, comprising government agencies and non-governmental organizations.
78 juvenile and family courts throughout the country are empowered to rule on domestic violence cases.
According to the Justice Fund Office, 2022.
112 Rights Protection and legal Assistance Centers of the Office of the Attorney General nationwide.
Source: Office of the Attorney General of Thailand, Official Website Contact Page: https://www.ago.go.th/lwcontact/
Ministry of Justice's integrated service centers (Justice Care), provincial justice offices nationwide, community justice centers, the website http://jfo.moj.go.th, or the Facebook page of the Justice Fund, Ministry of Justice. Services are also available via the Justice Fund's operational system, the Justice Care mobile application, and the Ministry of Justice hotline at 1111, press 77.
However, police administrative data only encompasses certain types of violence against women, specifically focusing on sexual violence.
One specialized unit under the Royal Thai Police, called “Child, Women Protection, Anti-human Trafficking and Fishery”.
From 1 Oct 2022 – 30 Sep 2023, at least1,885 rape cases were reported leading to 1,706 cases of arrest.
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The Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development provides assistance to victims and survivors.
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Social incident reporting system called ESS Help Me (Emergency Social Services) in 2023. Accessible via the LINE application 24 hours a day, it allows users to report incidents by sharing their location, enabling precise and immediate assistance from authorities.
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The Coordination Center for the Preventive and Corrective Measures of sexual harassment in the workplace comprises 134 government agencies committing to addressing sexual harassment in the workplace.
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Center of Public Service, under the Prime Minister Office, to address violence against women, especially that committed by authorities.
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Safe Spaces for Women Project
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One Stop Crisis Center of the Ministry of Public Health
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Family Line System
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Coordination Center for Women and Children in southern border provinces
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Women Consultation Centers in Islamic Offices of Narathiwat and Yala Provinces
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The Coordination Center for Trafficking Victims, the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) for Case Management and Protection of Victims of Human Trafficking and Forced Labor or Services B.E. 2565 (2022).
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Children and family homes in 77 Provinces
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Source: Southern Border Provinces Administrative Centre (SBPAC), Official Website, 2025
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Women and Family Development Learning Centers, providing vocational trainings, emergency and shelter services for survivors and their children.
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Source: Information provided by the Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development (DWF), Ministry of Social Development and Human Security
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Social Assistance Hotline #1300 (24/7 national service)
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Source: Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (Thailand), Social Assistance Hotline 1300
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Hotline 1155 of the Department of People’s Rights and Legal Aid of the Attorney General
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Call Center #1111 by Center of Public Service of the Office of the Prime Minister
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Source: Office of the Attorney General of Thailand, Legal Aid Center for Children and Women, https://www3.ago.go.th/center/lawaid/
According to data from the hotline #1300, 2,043 women and girls experiencing violence called for help in 2018
Violence Against Women and Girls data is collected by One Stop Crisis Centres under the Ministry of Public Health.
One Stop Service Centers, established by a Cabinet resolution on June 29, 1999, were created with a mandate to provide comprehensive assistance across medical, public health, legal, and social welfare domains.
In 2023, at least 12,467 individuals sought assistance at One Stop Service Centers.
