Topic: Transgender rights
There is uncertainty in our future: Transgender community amid pandemic and lockdown
Transgender activists and academicians told Maktoob that one of the most vulnerable and marginalized communities in India are facing more severe issues under the pandemic controlled lockdown.
Why trans in India is calling Constitution Day as Gender Justice Murder Day?
The transgender community has opposed the Bill vehemently, with activists calling Constitution Day a ‘Gender Justice Murder Day’ for the community.
331 trans people have been killed this year worldwide
331 trans and gender diverse people have been killed between 1 October 2018 and 30 September 2019, says a new report.
The Transrespect versus Transphobia...
Chandramukhi Muvvala, the only transperson to contest Telengana state polls
“Why hasn’t the big three – Congress, TRS, and TDP – failed to give a ticket to a trans person?” Chandramukhi queried. She observed that her inclusion in BLF is a “slap for all political parties which has thrown out the community.” Chandramukhi will take on BJP heavyweight T Raja Singh in Goshamahal Assembly. After being asked and forced to quit several high-profile jobs, she found her calling in working for her community
