Paiwan Wannabud

Paiwan Wannabud is a former monk who spent nearly two decades in the monkhood before leaving in 2021. He has since become an LGBT influencer and has spoken out about the recent sex scandal involving senior monks in Thailand. Paiwan has emphasized the need for accountability within the clergy, highlighting the interplay of money, power, and moral decay that has led to the current crisis, while also reflecting on the impact of such scandals on public trust in monks.