Thailand: Protest to occur outside the Central Women Correctional Institution in Bangkok from 1100 Jan. 26

Event

Activists plan to rally outside the Central Women Correctional Institution in Bangkok from 1100 Jan. 26. The action is to demand that government improve female inmates' rights. Dozens to hundreds of people may participate in the demonstrations; the group United Front of Thammasat and Demonstration has promoted the action, likely boosting turnout.

Authorities will likely increase security near the United Front of Thammasat and Demonstration. Localized transport and business disruptions are possible, especially if activists occupy nearby streets. Police will probably disperse demonstrators if they attempt to bypass security cordons. Clashes between protesters and security personnel are possible. Mass arrests may occur if security forces consider any demonstrators to violate coronavirus disease (COVID-19) restrictions or requirements for public gathering permits.

Advice

Avoid the Central Women Correctional Institution and the surrounding area Jan. 26 due to likely increased security measures and possible clashes. Plan for possible localized transport disruptions. If violence occurs nearby, immediately leave the area and seek shelter in a non-government building. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.