The Trans and Gender Non-Conforming National Health Strategy is a five-year rights-based plan that aims to provide advancement for the health and well-being of trans people.

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About TransWave

We are a non-governmental organization working to advance the health, welfare, and well-being of the transgender community in Jamaica and the Caribbean. Founded in 2015, we started as an advocacy initiative in the form of a blog. The idea was formulated by our co-founders Akilah White and Neish McLean during a workshop hosted by WE-Change Jamaica and partners.

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Dear Editor, Amid the picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture of Jamaica, a darker reality persists – discrimination against the LGBT community remains a significant concern, particularly when it comes to[...]

THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my strong opposition to the recent decision by the World Athletics Council to ban transgender women from competing in elite female competitions,[...]

Give transgender athletes a fair chance

THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my strong opposition to the recent decision by the World Athletics Council to ban transgender women from[...]

Dear Editor, Gender-based violence (GBV) and homophobia/transphobia are serious issues that have been affecting the LGBT community for many years. GBV is defined as any act of violence that is[...]

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