Akkai on panel to draft transgender equal opportunity policy
News –
- Trans rights activist Akkai Padmashali from Karnataka has been named as a member of a Supreme Court-appointed committee that was formed to formulate an equal opportunity policy for the protection of the rights of transgender persons.
- The Supreme Court set up a committee under former Justice Asha Menon to formulate an equal opportunity policy for transgender individuals.
Challenges Transgender are Facing
- Institutional gaps in implementing the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 and Rules.
- Lack of data and representation in policymaking.
- Healthcare discrimination.
- Workplace barriers.
- Social stigma.
Steps Taken To Improve the Lives of Transgender Persons
- Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 – It is aimed at protecting the rights of transgender individuals and their welfare. The act prohibits discrimination against transgender people in areas like education, employment, healthcare, and public services.
- NALSA (2014): Recognized transgender persons as a third gender.
- National Portal for Transgender Persons: Enables online applications for identity certificates.
- SMILE scheme: It is aimed at rehabilitation and support for transgender persons, including livelihood and social security components.
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