Trans community should celebrate their identities despite adversity: Qween Jean
New Indian ExpressEmphasising the importance of solidarity between marginalised communities, Qween Jean, the New York-based human rights leader and founder of the Black Trans Liberation Movement, drew parallels between the Black civil rights movement in the U.S. and the Dalit rights movement in India. During her keynote address, Qween Jean highlighted the power of art and community in driving social change, stressing the need for global unity and inner healing as essential components of trans-inclusive advocacy. The conference, which featured powerful speeches by Qween Jean and Dr. Thol Thirumavalan, Member of Parliament and President of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, brought together global leaders, activists, and allies to discuss transgender rights and inclusion. Empowering Trans Communities through Education and Employment Dr. Thirumavalan addressed the importance of education and employment in empowering the trans community, calling for affirmative measures such as reservations to ensure equal access to these opportunities.
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