Migration, healthcare access, and the role of government schemes: Insights from South Indian trans women

To enhance the socio-economic development of trans women, policymakers can ensure that beneficial schemes comprehensively reach all segments of society. Increased promotion, awareness, and advancements in these schemes are necessary to meet the needs of the trans women community. Additionally, extending free bus fare facilities specifically to trans women is recommended to improve their healthcare access, mobility, economic opportunities, and integration into mainstream society.

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International Journal of Transgender Health
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2025-03-15
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https://doi.org/10.1080/26895269.2025.2478092
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LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
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Migration, healthcare access, and the role of government schemes: Insights from South Indian trans women

Nirmala Menon, K Kavitha
International Journal of Transgender Health
LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
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Migration, healthcare access, and the role of government schemes: Insights from South Indian trans women

Nirmala Menon, K Kavitha
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Abstract

To enhance the socio-economic development of trans women, policymakers can ensure that beneficial schemes comprehensively reach all segments of society. Increased promotion, awareness, and advancements in these schemes are necessary to meet the needs of the trans women community. Additionally, extending free bus fare facilities specifically to trans women is recommended to improve their healthcare access, mobility, economic opportunities, and integration into mainstream society.

International Journal of Transgender HealthVol. 27(2)
Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IN)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 95%
LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
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