Transgender Discrimination in the Education Sector: A Case Study of Pakistan

Authors

  • Waqas Ali Khan Author

Keywords:

Transgender, Discrimination, Education, Pakistan, sociocultural

Abstract

Transgender people in Pakistan encounter widespread discrimination, including in instructional settings. This paper offers a radical exam of literature on transgender discrimination within the education zone, using Pakistan as a focal point. The evaluate explores the types and quantity of discrimination towards transgender individuals in Pakistani academic establishments, the sociocultural factors that make a contribution to this discrimination, and its impact on their get admission to schooling. It also discusses ability strategies to address transgender discrimination in Pakistan's schooling quarter and promote inclusivity. The findings underscore the urgent need of legal reforms, instructional initiatives, and public attention campaigns to combat transgender discrimination and establish inclusive academic environments for all transgender students.

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Published

2022-12-31

How to Cite

Transgender Discrimination in the Education Sector: A Case Study of Pakistan. (2022). Al Haqeeqah, 2(2), 39-43. https://alhaqeeqah.pk/index.php/journal/article/view/35