This project was implemented to strengthen collaboration between faith leaders, health workers, and community peer educators in improving access to inclusive health services for rural transgender and gender-diverse people.
Key Issues Addressed
- HIV, Tuberculosis (TB), and Malaria prevention, treatment, and care
- Barriers to healthcare access for transgender and gender-diverse communities
- Stigma and discrimination within health and faith settings
- The role of faith leaders in promoting inclusion, dignity, and accurate health information
- Strengthening referral pathways and community support systems
Through capacity-building and dialogue, the project fostered greater understanding, strengthened partnerships, and promoted more inclusive approaches to healthcare access for transgender and gender-diverse people in rural communities.
Project Partners: The project was implemented with support from Trans Youth Initiative (TYI) - Uganda through the Gender Equality Fund (GEF).
Project Outcomes
- Improved understanding between faith leaders and health workers
- Strengthened referral systems for transgender healthcare
- Reduced stigma in healthcare settings
- Enhanced community support networks