Who is Bhumika Shrestha? The 37-year-old activist who is now Nepal's first transgender woman in parliament
Nepal has elected Bhumika Shrestha, a 37-year-old activist, as its first transgender woman lawmaker. Her historic appointment follows elections that brought a new party to power, signaling a progressive shift towards inclusivity. Shrestha, an LGBTQ rights advocate, aims to champion her community's issues in parliament, building on Nepal's existing legal advancements for sexual minorities.
Nepal has elected Bhumika Shrestha, a 37-year-old activist, as its first transgender woman lawmaker. Her historic appointment follows elections that brought a new party to power, signaling a progressive shift towards inclusivity. Shrestha, an LGBTQ rights advocate, aims to champion her community's issues in parliament, building on Nepal's existing legal advancements for sexual minorities.
