Trans community hails endorsement of Transgender, Intersex Persons Protection Policy

PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 29th Apr, 2026) TransAction Alliance, Provincial Alliance for Transgender and Intersex Community, has welcomed formal endorsement of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Protection and Welfare Policy on Transgender and Intersex Persons, 2026, by Law, Parliamentary Affairs and Human Rights Department.

“This milestone marks a significant step forward for the protection, dignity, and inclusion of transgender and intersex persons in the province,” comments Farzana Jan, President Transgender Community KP.

In a press statement issued here on Wednesday, Farzana Shah said this is a historic moment for our community. We are deeply grateful to the Social Welfare Department, National Commission for Human Rights and our dedicated legal team in the Peshawar High Court, Mr Imran Advocate and Mr Kashif Advocate, for standing with us throughout this journey.

Their support ensured that our voices were heard and our rights were recognized. This policy gives us hope for a more secure and dignified future, Farzana added.

“The development comes after a long and challenging process as an earlier draft of the policy had been rejected by the Law Department due to legal, religious and constitutional observations,” says .Qamar Naseem, drafter of the policy, who provided technical support to the National Commission for Human Rights and the Social Welfare Department Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

This policy reflects a shared commitment to human rights, inclusion, and justice. This is a critical step towards ensuring that transgender and intersex persons are protected, empowered, and included in all aspects of life, Qamar.

He also mentioned that in response to objections by Law Department, TransAction Alliance filed a writ petition with the Peshawar High Court, seeking judicial guidance and protection of fundamental rights.

Following directions from the Honorable Court and subsequent consultations, revisions were made to ensure that the policy aligns with constitutional provisions, welfare principles, and protections guaranteed by law.

As reflected in the official communication, the Law Department has now endorsed moving forward, recognizing the State’s obligation to safeguard the life, dignity, and rights of transgender and intersex persons, Qamar continued.

Meanwhile, Rizwanullah Shah, Coordinator, National Commission for Human Rights (NCHR) said his organization stands committed to the rights of all citizens, with a special focus on marginalized and vulnerable groups.

This policy is a strong step towards ensuring dignity, protection, and equal rights for transgender and intersex persons in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa."

The TransAction Alliance emphasized that this policy has the potential to become a game-changer by providing a structured framework for the protection, welfare, and rehabilitation of transgender and intersex persons across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Alliance calls upon all relevant government departments to ensure timely implementation, resource allocation, and meaningful engagement with the community to translate this policy into real impact on the ground.