APCOM Foundation and Love Foundation | a powerful new partnership

APCOM Foundation and Love Foundation | a powerful new partnership

Bangkok, Thailand – [March 15, 2024]

The APCOM Foundation and Love Foundation announced a powerful new partnership to improve digital health resources for the community. The collaboration was solidified with a fun and engaging ceremony held on March 15th at Stranger Bar, Silom Soi 4.

This exciting partnership aims to make vital health services and information more accessible, particularly for the LGBTQI+ community and other key populations. The initiative leverages the strengths of existing digital platforms, testBKK.org and Love2Test.org. Which provide user-friendly resources for health screenings, preventive and treatment information, and overall health awareness.

Representatives from APCOM, Rainbow Sky Association of Thailand, SWING Thailand, Hornet Thailand, and Love Foundation participated in the discussion.

The MoU signing ceremony embraced the vibrant spirit of Silom Soi 4. The night kicked off with a dazzling drag show performance by Sri Mala from Drag Race Thailand, setting the tone for an engaging evening. Following the performance, a thought-provoking panel discussion explored how data can be harness to empower LGBTQI+ communities and other key populations through technology and information. Representatives from APCOM, Rainbow Sky Association of Thailand, SWING Thailand, Hornet Thailand, and Love Foundation participated in the discussion.

The ceremony culminated in the official signing of the Memorandum of Understanding. Esteemed guests from Mister Gay World Thailand joined directors from both APCOM and Love Foundation to ink the agreement. Over 10 organizations were present to witness this momentous occasion, and a group photo captured the spirit of collaboration. The evening concluded with a memorable closing performance.

Midnight Poonkasetwattana, Executive Director of APCOM Foundation

Midnight Poonkasetwattana, Executive Director of APCOM Foundation, highlighted the importance of community-driven solutions

“Community-led responses are most effective because they are informed by and implemented directly by the communities they serve. This partnership with Love Foundation ensures that data from the community itself is used to tailor essential services, protect the rights of those most vulnerable, and ultimately meet the specific needs of people living with HIV/AIDS and key populations.”

Panyaphon Phiphatkhunarnon, Founder of Love Foundation

Panyaphon Phiphatkhunarnon, Founder of Love Foundation, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the power of collaboration

“Innovation thrives alongside a strong community. Together, we can weave a future of shared progress, where health and well-being are accessible to all.”

This partnership signifies not only a formal collaboration but a deep commitment to improving health outcomes and fostering community participation. By joining forces, the APCOM Foundation and Love Foundation are paving the way for a future. Where everyone has access to the health services they need.