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The Power of those Who Belong
In a world that often celebrates progress and equality, it’s easy to overlook those who are unheard, unseen, and left behind. In every community, invisible boundaries divide us, boundaries shaped by differences in race, gender, class, religion, or ability. While these divisions may be silent, their impact is profound, revealed through silence, stares, and spaces…
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The Power of the Included
The statement “It is the onus of the included to include the excluded” emphasises the responsibility of those who comprise the system to make sure that those who are banished or outcast feel heard, supported, and considered. It urges the participation of the included to create a more equitable environment rather than passively waiting for…
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From Shame To Shine
What does it mean to freely express who you are, who you love, and who you want to become? For the LGBTQ+ community, this isn’t just a philosophical question; it’s deeply personal. The journey of living authentically is far from easy. While acceptance has grown compared to before, challenges and obstacles still remain. Many are…
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The Ko-HE-nur of Entertainment
Sushant divgikar – one of the very few but prominent LGBTQ+ icons of the Great Indian Entertainment industry. A social personality by profession, but they’re a lot more than just that. An influence to all the up- and coming or even struggling queer entertainers in the industry, an inspiration to countless others who aren’t sure…
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Wit, Flamboyance, and Scandal in Silk
Two years, two cruel years spent in hard labor, solitary confinement, constant public humiliation, separation from his lover, wife, and children, and poor mental and physical health – once the star of Victorian society, the author of The Picture of Dorian Gray, Oscar Wilde was now reduced to an absolute wreck. He had neither writing…
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Embracing My Own Self – Laxmi Narayan Tripathi
Laxmi Narayan Tripathi is a well-known author, classical dancer, and transgender rights advocate from India. She has been an outspoken supporter of LGBTQ+ rights as a member of the hijra community, representing India at the UN and establishing the Kinnar Akhada to elevate the voices of transgender people in religion, culture, and society. As the…
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Sensitisation Session at Ramjas School, Pusa Road
On 18th July 2025, members of Breaking Barriers conducted a sensitisation session at Ramjas School, Pusa Road for the students of Class 11. The session focused on raising awareness about gender identity, sexual orientation, and the importance of building inclusive and respectful environments in schools. The session included interactive discussions, real-life scenarios, and engaging activities…
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Report on the Queering the Law Summit
The Queering the Law: Beyond Supriyo summit, held on July 12, 2025, at The LaLiT Suri Hotel in New Delhi, was a landmark policy event jointly organized by the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy and the Keshav Suri Foundation (KSF). The summit was a direct response to the 2023 Supreme Court verdict in Supriyo v.…
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Onus of the included to include the excluded
We like to believe that inclusion happens on its own — that, over time, things will improve for thosewho’ve been kept out. As if progress is as simple as a few trending hashtags, glossy corporate rebrands,or tearfully delivered speeches at award ceremonies. But the reality is far more complex. Inclusiondoesn’t just happen. It requires effort,…
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Onus of the included to include the excluded
It is an undeniable truth that in every society, while some are embraced, some are left on the margins. Rooted in long standing systems of privilege, this unequal distribution of opportunity is not incidental. “It is the onus of the included to include the excluded” is not a mere statement, it is a sacred responsibility.…