The Intersex Fellowship Program is a remarkable initiative led by Intersex Asia, designed to empower the new generation of intersex leaders! The main goal of the fellowship is to nurture young intersex individuals into confident advocates who can effectively represent their communities on both national and regional stages.
Nurturing the major next generation: Intersex Asia Fellowship Program
Since its launch in 2022, this program has had the pleasure of engaging more than 28 wonderful young intersex individuals from various countries in Asia, each bringing their unique backgrounds and stories to the table. The fellowship continued until 2025, offering participants a rich and transformative educational experience. The curriculum covers a wide range of critical topics, ensuring that fellows are well-prepared to address the unique challenges intersex individuals face in different cultural and political environments.
The Fellowship members had dived into advocacy strategies tailored to their specific contexts, learning about community engagement practices that are both strategic and inclusive. The program emphasized how to mobilize support and build connections within both the intersex community and the wider society. Additionally, the program places a strong emphasis on leadership development, enabling fellows to articulate their visions, build coalitions, and inspire action within their communities.
These educational initiatives are vital for advancing Intersex Asia’s mission, which seeks to energize the movement for intersex rights across the region. By highlighting grassroots efforts, the fellowship has raised awareness about intersex issues, providing a platform for intersex individuals to share their experiences, connect with others, and build a supportive network.
Additionally, this fellowship program from Intersex Asia has not only equipped the fellows with essential advocacy skills but also fostered a deep sense of community and solidarity. This collective spirit is so important for ensuring that intersex activists’ voices are heard and respected in ongoing discussions about human rights and equality.
“What I appreciated most about the fellowship was how intentionally it prepares individuals for advocacy in intersex human rights work. For anyone wondering where to begin this is the place. It offers a strong foundation on the basics, while being practical, outcome- and output-driven”, shared by Momo, one of our Fellows from India. “The fellowship equipped me with real, applicable skills that I continue to use. It gave me the confidence to step into advocacy roles across the Asia-Pacific region, and more importantly, it taught me how to create a meaningful impact even with limited resources. It strengthened my ability to network, engage with communities, and push forward intersex rights work in my country with purpose and clarity.“
The Hall of Fame: Celebrating the Graduated Fellows!
Celebrating the milestone of this program, as well as hoping to better showcase our Fellow’s work, Intersex Asia is launching a new Fellowship Program Hall of Fame page, featuring all of our Fellows and will continue to be updated with their future projects at the country level. The page can be accessed here.
At Intersex Asia, we continue to champion equality and understanding within society. The impact of this program will resonate far beyond its immediate community, inspiring a more equitable future for all. The journey toward acceptance and integration is ongoing, yet with dedicated efforts like those of the Intersex Fellowship Program, we are making significant strides toward a world where every individual can flourish as equals.
