“My mother’s smile is as warm as before and I am still my father’s Chinnu”: Alok’s coming out story
... in which Alok reveals his ultimate secret to his parents before he turns 30.
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Ani recalls the summer of 2004 and his first brush with Orinam.
Trans, Gender NonConforming and Intersex Collectives Strongly Condemn Kinnar Akhada’s Support for Ram Temple at Ayodhya, India
View statement and join trans, gender nonconforming and intersex collectives in registering opposition to Kinnar Akhada's support of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
Why we need to talk about Puliyagulam Selvaraj, father of Pariyerum Perumal
Though not without its problems, the depiction of a gender non-conforming character in the film 'Pariyerum Perumal' is a laudable attempt to look at the intersection of casteism and violence against gender minorities.
Transgender-Affirming Guidelines for Indian Workplaces
Orinam in Chennai and Diversity Dialogues in Bangalore have launched a guide for employers who seek to make workplaces inclusive and welcoming of transgender employees, and support employees who are choosing to come out as transgender.
Minuscule Minorities, #StandWithKerala
An appeal to our rainbow communities to support ongoing relief efforts in Kerala
The Glass Closet: queer students’ experiences on Indian higher-ed campuses
The Glass Closet chronicles experience of queer students on Indian higher-ed campuses, and invites submissions.
Standing Out
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art: Jessy, my trans amma
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Mr. Anil Divan’s commitment to LGBT rights was a part of his broader commitment to constitutional principles and the rule of law.
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