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Name of article: Transmen in homecoming dilemma
Name of publication: New Era
Date: 15 April 2015
Country: Namibia
Theme: LGBTI
GEM Classification: Gender Awareness
Genre: News
Skill: Portrayal
Analysis
Description: the article highlights trans people’s fight for the right to an identity after they have transitioned. In this case from female to male. It highlights the difficulties faced by trans people as they struggle to get ne accurate and consistent legal documentation that can allow them to access the necessities of life.
The article also shows how intrusive the system can be as the person affected tries to convince officials of their identity. The article as two sources: one from LGBTI advocacy group and the other a lawyer. The journalist does not consult the subject of the story.
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