Publisher's Synopsis
"Socio-Legal Dynamics Affecting the Wellbeing of Transgender Persons" explores the societal, legal, religious, and economic challenges impacting transgender individuals. Highlighting discrimination, legal gaps, and financial hardships, this book examines the complex factors that often go unrecognized, bringing critical attention to the intricate dynamics that affect their lives.
Structured around four key objectives, the narrative delves into how societal influences legal recognition, religious perspectives, and economic conditions shape the wellbeing of transgender persons. Grounded in social construct and intersectionality theories, along with Seligman's PERMA model of wellbeing, the book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding these issues. It underscores the urgent need for systemic change and calls on legal practitioners, religious leaders, and community stakeholders to address the pervasive discrimination and exclusion. Targeted at scholars, policymakers, and social justice advocates, this work reflects on the global challenges faced by transgender communities. Urging proactive advocacy and action, the book is a call to safeguard the dignity, rights, and wellbeing of transgender individuals worldwide. It is an essential resource for anyone committed to making a significant difference in the lives of transgender persons.