Migration Of Transgenders towards Chennai For Economic Opportunities: A Hunt For Livelihood

  • G Koushik
  • P K Muthukumar
Keywords: Transgender Migration, Livelihood, Push and Pull Factors, Inclusive Livelihood, Social Integration

Abstract

Transgender people across India have recently begun migrating towards Chennai, drawn by their expectations of securing sustainable livelihoods. This study examines the migration of transgenders from various parts of India to Chennai, seeking a better livelihood, employment and economic opportunities. The phenomenon of transgender migration towards Chennai remains underexplored in the existing literature, especially concerning the factors driving migration, and the challenges they encounter. The present research employs a qualitative approach, adopting both the approaches of case studies and group discussions, utilizing in-depth interviews to capture the lived experiences of transgender migrants. The purposive sampling technique and the snowball sampling technique is employed to make sure that the samples represent various Indian states and regions, allowing for a thorough understanding of the subtle distinctions and details pertaining to the transgender migration. Key issues including the push factors that induces migration, such as discrimination, lack of job opportunities, and social stigma, as well as the pull factors gravitating the transgenders towards Chennai, including better economic security, community support, and social tolerance and inclusiveness has been explored. Findings from this research contribute to the existing body of knowledge on transgender experiences in urban migration contexts and their pursuit of a more inclusive livelihood.

Author Biographies

G Koushik

Ph.D. Research Scholar, Department of Sociology and Social work, Annamalai University

P K Muthukumar

Associate Professor, Department of Sociology and Social work, Annamalai University

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Published
2024-06-10
How to Cite
G Koushik, & P K Muthukumar. (2024). Migration Of Transgenders towards Chennai For Economic Opportunities: A Hunt For Livelihood. Revista Electronica De Veterinaria, 25(1S), 1734-1740. https://doi.org/10.69980/redvet.v25i1S.1593