Intersex News in Asia – Quarter 1-2024

January 22, 2024
From January to March, Campaign for Change Nepal organized the Sensitization program on Intersex awareness and issues with various stakeholders, including media, across different districts in Nepal. The campaign was met with positive feedback from participants.
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February 15, 2024
Campaign for Change participated in World Social Forum 2024 in Nepal from 15-19 February 2024.With the theme #AnotherWorldIsPossible, the engagement of CfC in the Intercontinental Youth Forum and Global Feminist Forum brought positive changes to the community.

March 3, 2024
The 7th National Gathering of Intersex Individuals alongside their families was organized in Kathmandu. The 3-days event brought together intersex individuals and their families for story sharing, fostering understanding within the community.

January 23, 2024
Intersex Philippines hosted a media conference on 23 January to unveil the Cagandahan Bill and introduce ‘I Exists,’ a captivating coffee table book amplifying the voices of intersex Filipinos.
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March 20, 2024
Senator Risa Hontiveros filed the CAGANDAHAN BILL, marking a historic moment for the intersex community in the Philippines. The CAGANDAHAN BILL embodies the essence of inclusivity and respect for diversity, aiming to protect the rights and dignity of intersex individuals across the nation. By taking this bold initiative, Senator Hontiveros showcases her commitment to upholding the principles of fairness and equity, ensuring that every member of society is afforded the same opportunities and protections under the law.
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April 4, 2024
On April 4, Intersex Philippines celebrated its 5th anniversary, marking a major milestone in its journey to advocate for intersex human rights in the country.

January 29, 2024
Tamil Nadu’s draft policy on LGBTQIA+ recommends the constitution of the State Commission for Sexual and Gender Minorites. The draft policy was a “commendable stride towards recognizing the rights of trans and intersex individuals. The policy’s consideration for specific sub-groups within the LGBTQIA+ community speaks to a nuanced approach to services, inclusion, and sensitization.
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April 8, 2024
The Supreme Court issued a notice on Monday to the Centre on a PIL (Public Interest Litigation) against unregulated sex-change surgeries of intersex children. The plea, filed through advocates Astha Deep and Sujeet Ranjan, highlights the challenges faced by intersex people due to the interchangeable usage of the terms ‘sex’ and ‘gender’ and seeks change in legislative mechanisms.
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