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Government Introduces Equal Opportunities Policy for Transgender Persons
- 29 Feb 2024
Recently, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has introduced India’s First Equal Opportunities Policy for Transgender Persons.
Key Points
- It aims to create an atmosphere ensuring fair treatment of transgender individuals, free from discrimination, harassment, and bias, while establishing a robust grievance redress mechanism.
- The policy aligns with the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Rules 2020 and Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.
- Confidentiality measures strictly prohibit the disclosure of a transgender person's gender identity without their explicit consent.
- The policy bans all forms of bullying and harassment based on gender identity, ensuring any incidents are promptly investigated and corrected.
- A grievance redressal mechanism is mandated for every department to address policy violations and ensure transgender employees' concerns are effectively resolved.
- Provision of inclusive infrastructural facilities, such as unisex restrooms, and necessary amenities for transgender employees to perform their duties efficiently.
- Regular awareness and training sessions on transgender issues, including education on relevant laws and regulations, to foster understanding among all employees.
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