GROWING up as a queer Asian person in Australia can be a unique and tiring ordeal.

The asexual spectrum has only recently been brought to mainstream attention. In a climate of gratuitous sexuality, isn’t it time we shed light on the invisible “A” in our LGBTI community? Edison Chen investigates.

If you’re a gay Asian male, there’s a good chance you’ve wondered about the “panda in the room” — the theory of people treating you differently just because of your appearance. With this question in mind, Edison Chen sets out to ask fellow gay Asian-Australians about their dating experiences in order to understand the stereotypes and commonalities that impact us all.