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UP To Hold 1st Census For Transgenders, Proposes Rs 200 Cr For Welfare
The Social Welfare Ministry of Uttar Pradesh has proposed the first-ever census for people suffering from gender dysphoria in the state. A budget of over Rs 200 crores has been proposed by the ministry for the welfare of people who identify themselves as transgenders. This would cover education, among other facilities. Last year, CM Adityanath had set up a Transgender Welfare Board.
Tags: Transgender, transgender rights, transgender community, gender, transgender activist
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Indian Fashion Brand Tells Trans Women's Stories Through Photo Campaign
Indian fashion label 'Shanti Banaras' has set an example by honouring inclusivity in its recent campaign, celebrating Trans women. The campaign named 'Akathya' features 8 trans women wearing the label's sarees, and shares the stories of their life trials and tribulations through pictures, captions, and videos. Regarding the initiative, the company said that it was "a call to action campaign where we salute the power that is the transgender… read-more
Tags: transgender rights, fashion, transgender activist, inclusivity
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Cyberabad Police Launches India's First ‘Transgender Community Desk’
Cyberabad Police in Hyderabad on March 6 set up a Transgender Community Desk at the Gachibowli Police Station, a step towards the gender-inclusive community policing. With over 200 transgender persons being present at the event, Cyberabad Police chief VC Sajjanar inaugurated the desk, touted as the world's first such initiative. Aiming to curb offenses against the community, the desk will provide counseling, legal aid, life-skills, soft… read-more
Tags: transgender rights, LGBTQ, LGBT+ Community, transgender activist
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