Transgender

The illusion of inclusion: Empty policies and promises for Bangladesh’s hijra community

Bangladesh’s recognition of the hijra community as “third gender” is one performative policy.

The controversy over the NCTB textbook

The hullabaloo entailed a case study on an imaginary boy who preferred to identify as a female

One Hochemin Islam, our constitution, and ‘cisterhood’

The decision against bringing in Hochemin Islam was disproportionate to meeting the goal (that is, of ensuring her safety) sought to be achieved.

Beyond gender norms: Nurse Hochemin Islam's stand for transgender equality

Hochemin Islam, a name that echoes resilience and courage, continues to break barriers by challenging societal norms. She leaves an enduring mark on the narrative of transgender empowerment in Bangladesh and beyond.

Celebrating Tashnuva Anan Shishir: A journey of resilience and triumph

Tashnuva's journey began amidst the conservative fabric of Bangladeshi society, where her identity as a transgender woman overshadowed her talents and skills. "I have always been identified as transgender, but not as an individual with skills or qualifications," she reflects on her early career struggles. Despite her competence, Tashnuva faced relentless discrimination, watching less experienced individuals surpass her as she tirelessly knocked on the doors of opportunity.

Transgender woman becomes runner-up at Bangladeshi beauty pageant

Transgender woman Yasin Ahmed Sokal has won the title of second runner-up in “Miss Evergreen Bangladesh 2023.” This is the first time that a trans woman has competed and won an award at a beauty pageant in Bangladesh.

Transgender woman gets ‘yes card’ in Bangladeshi beauty pageant

Beauty pageant show Miss Evergreen Bangladesh held their audition round today at a five-star hotel in Gulshan. Amongst the contestants Radiya Tehrin Uthso, a transgender woman, received a yes card to enter the competition. This is the first time a transgender person entered a beauty pageant show.

Canada set to field first transgender cricketer in T20 qualifier

Canada is set to field the first transgender cricketer in an official international match after Danielle McGahey was named in the squad for a qualifying tournament for the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup.

Rising above adversity: In conversation with Nazrul Islam Ritu

Nazrul Islam Ritu is the first transgender elected union parishad chairperson in Bangladesh. The 44-year-old activist and politician was born on 15 June, 1979, and lives in Trilochanpur, Jhenaidah District, where she is the chairman of Union 6.

July 4, 2024
July 4, 2024

The illusion of inclusion: Empty policies and promises for Bangladesh’s hijra community

Bangladesh’s recognition of the hijra community as “third gender” is one performative policy.

January 29, 2024
January 29, 2024

The controversy over the NCTB textbook

The hullabaloo entailed a case study on an imaginary boy who preferred to identify as a female

December 4, 2023
December 4, 2023

One Hochemin Islam, our constitution, and ‘cisterhood’

The decision against bringing in Hochemin Islam was disproportionate to meeting the goal (that is, of ensuring her safety) sought to be achieved.

November 25, 2023
November 25, 2023

Beyond gender norms: Nurse Hochemin Islam's stand for transgender equality

Hochemin Islam, a name that echoes resilience and courage, continues to break barriers by challenging societal norms. She leaves an enduring mark on the narrative of transgender empowerment in Bangladesh and beyond.

November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023

Celebrating Tashnuva Anan Shishir: A journey of resilience and triumph

Tashnuva's journey began amidst the conservative fabric of Bangladeshi society, where her identity as a transgender woman overshadowed her talents and skills. "I have always been identified as transgender, but not as an individual with skills or qualifications," she reflects on her early career struggles. Despite her competence, Tashnuva faced relentless discrimination, watching less experienced individuals surpass her as she tirelessly knocked on the doors of opportunity.

November 13, 2023
November 13, 2023

Transgender woman becomes runner-up at Bangladeshi beauty pageant

Transgender woman Yasin Ahmed Sokal has won the title of second runner-up in “Miss Evergreen Bangladesh 2023.” This is the first time that a trans woman has competed and won an award at a beauty pageant in Bangladesh.

September 15, 2023
September 15, 2023

Transgender woman gets ‘yes card’ in Bangladeshi beauty pageant

Beauty pageant show Miss Evergreen Bangladesh held their audition round today at a five-star hotel in Gulshan. Amongst the contestants Radiya Tehrin Uthso, a transgender woman, received a yes card to enter the competition. This is the first time a transgender person entered a beauty pageant show.

September 1, 2023
September 1, 2023

Canada set to field first transgender cricketer in T20 qualifier

Canada is set to field the first transgender cricketer in an official international match after Danielle McGahey was named in the squad for a qualifying tournament for the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup.

March 5, 2023
March 5, 2023

Rising above adversity: In conversation with Nazrul Islam Ritu

Nazrul Islam Ritu is the first transgender elected union parishad chairperson in Bangladesh. The 44-year-old activist and politician was born on 15 June, 1979, and lives in Trilochanpur, Jhenaidah District, where she is the chairman of Union 6.

January 16, 2023
January 16, 2023

Refreshing inclusion of gender diversity and sensitivity in trial textbook

Learning about gender rights, intersectionality and equality is an important part of education

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