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Transgender people are the marginalized minorities in Pakistan in terms of their status, development and related conditions. Although number of initiatives taken by governmental and nongovernmental organizations for the welfare of this community, there are a lot of miles to be passed to cross many hurdles for the holistic development.<\/p>\n
The\u00a0Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2018\u00a0is\u00a0law in Pakistan\u00a0which was enacted by the\u00a0parliament\u00a0in 2018 to legally provide equality to\u00a0transgender\u00a0citizens and to safeguard their rights.\u00a0The law aims to legally be aware of transgender people in the country and offers transgender people with formal equality.<\/p>\n
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With reference to the critical situation of transgender community in Pakistan, a captivating session with the purpose to create awareness towards gender equality was organized by Mrs.Farasat Ilyas and Mrs.Hareem Rizvi at BMI-B today. An inspiring panel discussion was exclusively structured in connection with the global dignity day celebration being held by BMI-B, the objective was to raise awareness for transgender rights and dignity.<\/p>\n
In the panel discussion, transgender issues were highlighted and some useful and applicable proposals and measurements were suggested for sustainable human rights.\u00a0 Transgender people frequently contend with serious challenges to living lives of dignity. They face elevated risks of violent assault, discrimination in employment and healthcare, and social, legal, and political hostility. But we are hopeful for a change because change is possible.<\/p>\n
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The panel discussion was found to be an effective approach to improve self-reported knowledge, awareness, and interest about transgender. Although transgender individuals are more visible in today\u2019s society than in the past, it was striking how many students commented on how eye-opening the discussion was.<\/p>\n
The panelists had conducted a thorough research about the problems faced by the transgender. Moreover, some workable suggestions were shared. Headmistress Mrs. Rukhsana Shehzad appreciated students’ clarity and in depth understanding of such a sensitive topic which they delineated with such skill and mastery.<\/p>\n
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