As the founder of the Astitva Trust, Laxmi works tirelessly to empower transgender individuals through education, advocacy, and support services. Her courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to social justice have earned her respect and admiration from people across the country. Laxmi’s advocacy work has helped raise awareness about the challenges faced by the transgender community and paved the way for greater acceptance and inclusion in Indian society. Her inspiring journey of self-discovery and activism continues to inspire hope and foster positive change for transgender persons in India and beyond.

Achievements:

• Prominent transgender rights activist
• First transgender person to represent Asia Pacific at the UN
• Founder of Astitva Trust
• Author of “Me Hijra, Me Laxmi”
• Bollywood actress and reality TV personality

Why: 

Laxmi Narayan Tripathi’s journey and activism make her a powerful speaker on transgender rights, challenging societal norms, and the importance of self-acceptance and dignity for all.