Jaffna Transgender Network
@jaffnatgn
Volunteer-run network in Jaffna working to build community livelihoods for Transgender, queer and gnc (gender-non-confirming) individuals.
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12-10-2021 15:54:44
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This was a great event today - what a terrific film. Thank you Jaffna Pride Jaffna Transgender Network angel queentus 🏳️🌈 Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives and also Eisha Marjara!
the Film ‘Venus’ was screened at The Thinnai. I feel so thankful to Canadia High Commissioner Eric Walsh 🇨🇦 who reserved his time to attend the event as a chief guest. And I feel so thankful to the. Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives to support us to conduct the event. #Pride2023 #LGBTIQ #Canada
Transgender people in Sri Lanka frequently face social rejection and are often excluded from accessing essential services. Our work with Jaffna Transgender Network through the @USAIDSriLanka SCORE program underscored the importance of promoting tolerance & unity. bit.ly/3xlz7wL
Visiting #Jaffna this week, Eric Walsh 🇨🇦 heard first-hand about key priorities for the community, including reconciliation, economic development and inclusion.
The LGBTIQ+ community in Jaffna held their third annual Pride March today. The march began at the Jaffna bus stand and ended in front of the Jaffna library. Canadian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Eric Walsh 🇨🇦 also joined the Pride March.