National

Nepal’s transgender sex workers face violence and exploitation in legal vacuum

As they often find themselves in confrontation with police officers, clients, and fellow sex workers, LGBTIQ advocates call for legalisation of sex work. Nepal’s transgender sex workers face violence and exploitation in legal vacuum
In 2003, Gyanu Lama (left) and her friend were beaten by police after they were arrested near Ratna Park. Photo: Courtesy of Sunil Babu Pant
bookmark
Ellie Davis
Published at : August 18, 2025
Updated at : August 18, 2025 06:51
Kathmandu

Ellie Davis

Ellie Davis is an American Journalist interning at the Post. This is her second time in Nepal, and she enjoys covering climate change, education and social issues.


×
Top