Bharathiar University mulls exclusive hostel for transgender students
Bharathiar University is proposing an exclusive hostel for transgender students to address difficulties in finding private accommodation. The move follows broader efforts by local institutions to improve inclusivity and equity for the transgender community.
Why it matters
It highlights the challenges faced by marginalized groups in accessing basic services like housing and the role of educational institutions in social reform.
Bharathiar University is looking forward to establishing an exclusive hostel facility for transgender students, anticipating patronage.
At present, there are a couple of transgender students pursuing post-graduation in the university. The university has learnt that they faced an ordeal in finding private accommodation outside the campus. Landlords are wary of renting out their buildings, they have been complaining.
An exclusive hostel for transgenders would prompt other higher educational institutions to follow suit, Registrar R. Rajavel said. The proposal for the exclusive building for transgender students will be placed before the Syndicate, he added.
In Coimbatore district, Kongunadu Arts and Science College was the first to make the campus environment friendly for transgender students and faculty.
The college management waives tuition fee for transgender students and has established restrooms for them.
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