sexuality
Queer literature for children is changing minds in India
Indian parents and community libraries are turning to queer literature for children to help them be sensitive to varied sexual and gender identities
Chintan Girish Modi | Jun 06, 2023
The making and unmaking of a star
On the life and times of Qandeel Baloch, Pakistan’s first social-media celebrity.
Laxmi Murthy | Jul 26, 2018
Minority report
On the lived experiences of sexual and gender minorities in Nepal.
Danny Coyle | Sep 18, 2015
A flaming hope
Is there a sporting chance that the Olympic torch will one day be held aloft by a transsexual sportsperson?
Laxmi Murthy | Jul 31, 2012
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