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News and Events => Opinions & Editorials => Topic started by: Natasha on July 09, 2009, 05:39:10 PM

Title: Transgender Africa - The Forgotten People
Post by: Natasha on July 09, 2009, 05:39:10 PM
Transgender Africa - The Forgotten People

http://www.care2.com/causes/human-rights/blog/transgender-africa-the-forgotten-people/ (http://www.care2.com/causes/human-rights/blog/transgender-africa-the-forgotten-people/)
posted by: Steve W.
7/8/09

There are no transgender people in Africa. This is the lie that Victor
Mukasa fights against on a daily basis. Imagine coming out twice in a
country where physical abuse and even rape may be the only reply as
you first say that you are a lesbian, and secondly admit that you are
transgender. This was a reality for Victor Mukasa, and continues to be
so for hundreds of transgender people in Africa who are frequently
robbed of a voice.