Activists from around the world honored
Vitit Muntarbhorn is a professor at a Thai university
Nomination to face steep congressional opposition
Arcus Foundation executive director praises local advocacy efforts
Envoy urged to discuss anti-LGBT discrimination with officials
Lawmakers must repeal colonial-era sodomy law
Referendum to take place on Oct. 2
Gathering began a month after Pulse nightclub massacre
Activist took part in peace talks in Cuba
U.S. official notes progress on LGBT issues in former Soviet republic