Jemma Samitpol

Biography

Jemma Samitpol is a Thai transgender woman activist with many years of experiences in trans advocacy. She currently holds the position of a Clinic Supervisor for Tangerine Community Health Clinic, the first transgender-led sexual health and well-being clinic for transgender people in Thailand, operated by The Institute of HIV Research and Innovation (IHRI). She works closely with the transgender community in addressing their health concerns and needs by providing them with the most up-to-date knowledge and comprehensive health services in a stigma and discrimination free setting. She also works with Thai transgender social media influencers to increase awareness and reach out to transgender individuals at high risk of HIV acquisition.

Jemma Samitpol
Position
Institute of HIV Research and Innovation, Thailand