Guidelines and Toolkits

National Strategic Framework for Transgender Persons Protection and Political Inclusion

Published: Sep 2026
Institution: United Nations Development Programme, Pakistan
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Executive Summary

The National Strategic Framework for Transgender Persons Protection and Political Inclusion in Pakistan provides a roadmap for promoting the rights, protection, and political participation of transgender persons. Developed by UNDP Pakistan in consultation with relevant institutions and transgender communities, the framework addresses barriers to identity documentation, voting, political participation, and representation. It emphasizes institutional cooperation, awareness, legal protection, and inclusive electoral processes to ensure that transgender persons can participate equally in Pakistan’s democratic system.

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