10-07-2025
Workshop on LGBTQIA+ rights held at Knp Airport
Kanpur: A special workshop aimed at sensitising airport personnel on LGBTQIA+ rights was organised at Kanpur Airport on Thursday. The session was conducted by the Kanpur Queer Welfare Foundation (KQWF) in collaboration with the All India Satrangi Salaam Association (AISSA) and saw active participation from CISF personnel, airport staff, and airline representatives.
The workshop focused on ensuring constitutionally compliant, inclusive, and dignified treatment of LGBTQIA+ and transgender passengers, particularly in security procedures. included discussions on the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019, and landmark Supreme Court rulings such as NALSA (2014) and Navtej Johar (2018).
The event was led by KQWF founder Anuj Pandey, co-founder Ehsan Ansari, and AISSA Chief Trustee Bhartendu Vimal Dubey.
the session also featured community representatives Abhishek Kumar and Dev Singh, who shared real-life experiences and practical suggestions.
A key part of the session included a 30-point guideline on respectful interaction with LGBTQIA+ individuals, addressing aspects such as language, physical checks, informed consent, and privacy. Role plays, case studies, and interactive discussions added depth to the training.
KQWF announced that similar sessions will be held at other airports and CISF centres across the country, with AISSA providing legal and technical assistance.
