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Culture
I Grew Up Trans in Nepal, Then Became One of Its LGBTQ Leaders
Inspiring
Manisha Dhakal sketches her inspiring journey ‘from a shy boy to a confident woman,’ and now transgender activist and executive director of Nepal’s leading LGBTQ organization.
Manisha Dhakal
Published
Jan. 2 2018
5:00AM EST
Courtesy Manisha Dhakal
Manisha Dhakal
BDS_Nepal
manishadhakal.nepal@gmail.com
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