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Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia
Title:Breaking the Boundaries of gender and sexuality: Exploring Trans Joy in the redlight area of Peshawar Pakistan
This article explores the concept of "trans joy" and its manifestation within the red-light areas taking the case of transgender hub known as Iqbal Plaza which is situated in the heart of central business area of Peshawar Pakistan. Using a qualitative research methodology, the research project engaged 10 Khawaja sara and Hijra in a face-to-face direct interview, particularly residing within the communal spaces described as trans red-light hub in Peshawar city. By centring the voices and narratives of participants, the study developed the nuance understanding of trans joy, resilience, and community building within a situation which is marked by social stigma and discrimination. Drawing on the insights from postcolonial and Queer theory, the findings shine the multifaceted nature of trans joy, highlighting the importance of communal spaces like Iqbal Plaza in providing support, safety, and a sense of belonging for transgender communities whilst introducing the gender and sexuality in Postcolonial Islamic Pakistan. Additionally, the study sheds light on the challenges and complexities inherent in these spaces, including issues of violence, exploitation, and access to basic rights and services. Ultimately, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of transgender experiences in Peshawar and underscores the need for culturally sensitive interventions that support the well-being and empowerment of transgender individuals in Pakistan.
Dr. Alamgir has a PhD degree from RMIT University Melbourne with a research interest in the field of Gender, Sexuality, and Education. His PhD thesis entitled Khawaja Sara and Hijra: Gender and sexual identity formation in postcolonial Islamic Pakistan investigated and located the identities of Khawaja Sara and Hijra within pre-colonial, colonial, and post-colonial contexts in order to challengethe ways in which their lives are understood by scholars and policy makers in Pakistan. His work is jointly published in international journal of transgender health. Dr. Alamgir lives in Melbourne Australia and can be reached on alamgirsocio7@gmail.com/ +610433973737