Nyasha Zhakata – Global Director, The Dream Academy
My name is Nyasha Zhakata (Masi). I’m an out and proud 38-year-old lesbian mom of an incredible daughter. I’m an activist, human rights defender, and the Global Director of The Dream Academy,…
Globally, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) people live at greater risk for a number of health problems, notably HIV/AIDS, nonconsensual surgery, and barriers to transitional healthcare. Many LGBTI people struggle to get by with little support from their families or communities. These people are also more likely to be homeless, to suffer from substance addiction, and to experience mental illness. Stigma and discrimination against LGBTI people in general also prevents many from accessing vital services. Transgender people often put off visiting a doctor, even when they have serious health concerns, because they fear mistreatment. Intersex people are regularly subjected to unnecessary, nonconsensual surgery or hormonal intervention
My name is Nyasha Zhakata (Masi). I’m an out and proud 38-year-old lesbian mom of an incredible daughter. I’m an activist, human rights defender, and the Global Director of The Dream Academy,…
ADDED ON: 10/16/2022
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ADDED ON: 10/15/2022
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ADDED ON: 10/02/2022
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ADDED ON: 10/01/2022
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ADDED ON: 09/30/2022
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ADDED ON: 09/29/2022
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ADDED ON: 09/24/2022
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ADDED ON: 09/24/2022
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ADDED ON: 09/18/2022
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ADDED ON: 09/10/2022
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ADDED ON: 09/07/2022
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