Karnataka's First Short-Term Shelter for AFAB Queer & Transmasculine Community Inaugurated
Bengaluru: In a
significant development for the LGBTQIA+ community, Karnataka’s first short-term
shelter home catering specifically to the AFAB (Assigned Female at Birth) Queer
& Transmasculine community and individuals with intersex variations is set
to be inaugurated on Saturday at Natyapriya's Nruthyakshetra by Raahi.
Raahi, A
Journey towards Dignity, an organization dedicated to LGBTQIA+ rights,
announced the initiative during a media briefing at the press club on Thursday.
Executive Director Suchitra KK and Program Manager Nathaan Madhavi highlighted
the shelter’s mission to offer safe accommodation for 8 to 10 individuals, with
a maximum stay of 60 days. The facility aims to provide a supportive
environment where residents can access comprehensive care, including
round-the-clock support, mental health services, and essential resources.
The
inauguration event will also feature cultural programs celebrating the talents
and resilience of community members, underscoring Raahi's commitment to
fostering dignity and inclusivity.