Challenges Faced by Transgender People in Obtaining Employment – A Thematic Analysis

Aishwarya Krishna () and Pranami Sharma
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Aishwarya Krishna: Christ (Deemed to Be) University, Research Scholar, Department of Commerce
Pranami Sharma: Christ (Deemed to Be) University, Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce

A chapter in Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Reinventing Business Practices, Start-ups and Sustainability (ICRBSS 2023), 2024, pp 766-775 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Purpose -Right to work is a fundamental right as per the Indian Constitution. The Transgender Persons (Protection) act has also reiterated that irrespective of gender every individual deserves an employment opportunity to earn one’s livelihood. Yet Transgender people in India are struggling to find employment opportunities post transition. And Transgender people face job security threats if they are open about the transition process in most circumstances. The study aims to understand various challenges faced by Transgender people in obtaining jobs. Methodology -In depth interviews were conducted to understand the employment challenges faced by Transgender people. Purposive Sampling technique was used. The sample consisted of Transgender people who were assisted by non-profit organizations to obtain jobs. The interviews were transcribed, coded and themes were found. Findings -The themes derived from the interviews that brought out the challenges of obtaining jobs were transphobia, educational roadblocks, family abandonment, lack of awareness, gender insensitivity and rainbow washing by companies. Accessibility to jobs despite gender identity is bleak particularly in smaller organizations in comparison to larger organizations. Conclusion -The true outcomes of inclusion will be felt only when organizations are incorporating inclusion practices in all functions of the organization. Inclusion starts from ensuring a Job Opening notification includes an acknowledgement of all gender identity applicants to having gender neutral medical policy. Companies need to start doing more than just the PRIDE Month initiative.

Keywords: Transgender people; employment; challenges; job opportunities; discrimination (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-374-0_65

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