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Educational Exclusion and Social Stigma: Struggles of Transgender Individuals in Higher Education in Kerala

Author(s) Nithin Raj K
Country India
Abstract This research paper investigates the social inequalities in access to higher education among transgender individuals in Kerala, despite the state's progressive stance on social welfare and education. While Kerala boasts high literacy rates, transgender individuals still continue to face significant barriers in accessing and succeeding in higher education. These barriers include social stigma, discrimination, lack of inclusive infrastructure, and inadequate support systems within academic institutions. This study utilizes qualitative methods, including interviews with transgender individuals, educators to identify key challenges such as gender-based exclusion, mental health struggles, economic hardships, and the absence of tailored support programs in universities and colleges. The research further examines the educational struggles faced by the transgender individuals and the effectiveness of existing government policies and welfare schemes aimed at supporting transgender individuals in education, such as reservations, and the gaps in their implementation. Findings highlight the urgent need for inclusive academic environments, gender-sensitive curricula, and improved institutional policies to foster the participation of transgender individuals in higher education. The paper calls for targeted interventions to address systemic discrimination and ensure equitable access to higher education for transgender people in Kerala
Keywords Transgender, Inequalities, Higher Education, Kerala
Field Sociology > Economics
Published In Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On 2025-03-03
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.36502
Short DOI https://doi.org/g86xdm
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