Staying informed is crucial for any community, and the intersex community is no exception. This section keeps you up-to-date on the latest advancements, legal battles, and advocacy efforts impacting intersex lives in Asia.
Nepal
May 17, 2026
Nepal forms Ministry for Gender and Sexual Minorities. Nepal has, for the first time, established a ministry explicitly recognising sexual minorities, as the country continues its march toward liberal policies for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, and Queer (LGBTIQ) community. The new government, led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, explicitly included ‘Gender and Sexual Minorities’ in the name and mandate of a ministry during the administrative restructuring of federal ministries.
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India
May 24, 2026
NHRC seeks inclusion of distinct categories like ‘Intersex’
‘Transmen’ & ‘Transwomen’ in upcoming Census. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has asked the govt to consider including distinct categories such as ‘Intersex, ‘Transmen’ and ‘Transwomen’ in Census 2027. In an advisory on ensuring the welfare of transgender persons issued last week, the Commission has also asked the govt to reconsider changes made to the definition of transgender persons under recent Amendments to the law, which have been challenged through multiple petitions in the Supreme Court.
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The Philippines
April 29, 2026
FEU SAGA champions LGBTQIA+ rights in advocacy-driven event. Far Eastern University (FEU) Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA) and various speakers voiced their calls for more inclusive policies toward the LGBTQIA+ community during ‘PIYU Pride 2026: Malaya Fest’ at the FEU Main Auditorium last April 29, including the call for the passage of House Bill No. 5474, otherwise known as the ‘Cagandahan Bill,’ addressing the lack of policies concerning intersex individuals in various sectors
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June 15, 2026
Intersex Awareness Caravan in Pasig City! Intersex Philippines, in partnership with the Pasig City Gender and Development (GAD) Department, successfully conducted the Intersex Awareness Caravan in Pasig City—a meaningful gathering that brought together stakeholders, health advocates, academe representatives, and human rights advocates committed to advancing intersex awareness and inclusion.
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Thailand
May 31, 2026
Intersex Thailand joins other activists on a march during Bangkok Pride. The march was initiated and coordinated by Intersex Thailand and joined by other global intersex activists along the roads of Bangkok. This was part of their engagement during Bangkok Pride.
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