Economic Initiatives for Transgender community
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Date
2024
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UMT.Lahore
Abstract
Transgender is an umbrella term that refers to a variety of gender identities that do not
align with the sex assigned at birth. It includes people whose gender identity is different
from their assigned sex, such as trans men, trans women, and non-binary individuals,
among others. The term covers a broad spectrum of gender experiences, expressions,
and transitions. This study explores the potential for collaborative efforts among
organizations dedicated to transgender empowerment in Pakistan, focusing on the
Akhuwat Foundation and its partnership opportunities with entities such as Transaction
Pakistan, Gender Interactive Alliance (GIA), the Khawaja Sira Society, and the
SAATHI Foundation. Through synthesizing their respective strengths and initiatives,
this collaboration aims to address the multifaceted challenges faced by transgender
individuals comprehensively. In Pakistan, the transgender population is estimated to
range from 500,000 to 1 million, though actual numbers may be higher due to
underreporting.