Transgender
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.
Refreshing inclusion of gender diversity and sensitivity in trial textbook
Learning about gender rights, intersectionality and equality is an important part of education
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.
Refreshing inclusion of gender diversity and sensitivity in trial textbook
Learning about gender rights, intersectionality and equality is an important part of education
Working with real-life transgender an incredible experience: Nawazuddin Siddiqui
The highly anticipated film, “Haddi” starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a transgender woman, has been the talk of the town since the time the first look was dropped.
