: While culturally visible, ladyboys have faced legal challenges, such as the inability to change their legal gender on official identification. However, recent constitutional recognition aims to ensure equal treatment under the law. Challenges and Perspectives
: Thailand is often perceived as highly tolerant of transgender people, with many kathoey working in mainstream jobs such as makeup artistry, entertainment, and hospitality.
Several documentaries and investigative videos explore the lives, challenges, and cultural significance of ladyboys in Thailand: