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Breaking the stigma: the joint effort of the government, print media, and citizens toward transgender education equality (2018–2022)

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  • Nadia Rehman

    (Zhejiang Normal University)

  • Xiao Huang

    (Zhejiang Normal University)

  • Li Zhang

    (Zhejiang Normal University)

  • Amir Mahmood

    (Zhejiang Normal University)

  • Noushin Zamani

    (Grand Canyon University)

Abstract

The issue of transgender education and equality has long been neglected in Pakistan, leading to a lack of awareness and acceptance of the transgender community. The present study focuses on the joint effort of the government, print media, and citizens toward breaking the stigma and promoting transgender education and equality. This study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative content analysis of articles from three prominent Pakistani media outlets with a quantitative public opinion survey to evaluate the extent of media coverage and public attitudes toward transgender education and equality. This coverage helped create awareness and understanding of the transgender community. The government also took significant steps (Transgender Act 2018) by passing policies favoring the transgender community. Furthermore, the study showed that citizens have a positive attitude toward transgender equality, a sign of creating an inclusive society. The study also concluded that joint efforts between the government, print media, and citizens can help people break the stigma and promote transgender education and equality. This approach will pave the way for a more inclusive society that recognizes and values the rights of all individuals, regardless of their gender identity.

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  • Nadia Rehman & Xiao Huang & Li Zhang & Amir Mahmood & Noushin Zamani, 2024. "Breaking the stigma: the joint effort of the government, print media, and citizens toward transgender education equality (2018–2022)," Palgrave Communications, Palgrave Macmillan, vol. 11(1), pages 1-13, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:palcom:v:11:y:2024:i:1:d:10.1057_s41599-024-03128-9
    DOI: 10.1057/s41599-024-03128-9
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