The transgender community, especially in Pakistan, has long suffered at the hands of society; they have often been insulted and mocked. Launched by the Asia Pacific Transgender Network, the new campaign #ChangeTheClap aims to change the way transgenders are viewed and turn “the ridicule into applause.”Kami Sid, Pakistan’s first transgender model joined hands with the network to support the #ChangeTheClap campaign that addresses the need to appreciate transgenders and stop the mockery, especially with the way they clap their hands. The campaign also intends to raise awareness about the hurdles faced by transgenders and try to lift them economically. It’s time we show the transgender community that they are not children of a lesser God. You have our full support #ChangeTheClap”A clap to seek forgiveness, appreciate and applaud the transgender community for simply being themselves.

Source: Pakistan Today December 14, 2017 12:33 UTC