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C-19 emergency support 4 trans-hijra community

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Hijra-trans communities are one of the worst hit by the Covid 19 pandemic and the ongoing lock-down in Bangladesh. Historically Bangladeshi society sought the blessings of trans-hijra community for prosperity, fertility and good health and recognized them as sacred. Today hijras-trans community is on the margin of our society, barely making ends meet through performing at special occasions, begging and collecting tolls from marketplaces. At present, hijra-trans groups are unable to earn any money, being stranded and left without any livelihood support due to the emergency lock-down situation. Many will be forced to leave their homes for not being able to pay rent in the coming days.

This initiative is an urgent appeal to help at least 50 hijra-trans persons to pay their house rent for the next three months so that they do not become homeless or are left on the streets. 30 pounds can help a trans-hijra person pay a months’ rent. Funds collected will be distributed through two community-based organizations- Somporker Noya Setu and Socheton Shilpi Somaj. Please extend your support and help the trans-hijra community survive this pandemic in Bangladesh. Remember, no contribution is too small. Please be assured that every cent donated will go directly to the trans-hijra community members in Bangladesh. 

About us: Joya  Sikder is a prominent trans and human rights activist and founder of Somporker Noya Setu. Katha is a trans and human rights rights activist and an internationally acclaimed professional dancer representing Socheton Silpi Somaj. Adnan Hossain is a social scientist and activist who has been working with the trans-hijra community in Bangladesh for nearly two decades.

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Adnan Hossain
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sumaiya islam
Beneficiary

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