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CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz Launches Transgender Skill Development Program 2025: Guidelines and Application Process!

The Punjab government under the leadership of CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz has established a Transgender Skill Development Program for Transgender students in Punjab. Under this initiative Khawaja Sira receives vocational training which teaches essential skills to enhance their prospects for income generation. The Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) administers this program which plans to begin operations in March 2025.

What is The Transgender Skill Development Program

The transgender community in Pakistan Faces multiple barriers because of discrimination and social exclusion while encountering limited opportunities in education and employment. Under the CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz Transgender Skill Development Program 2025 the initiative offers vocational training to transgender individuals in IT technology alongside fashion design, healthcare , hospitality and business. This initiative improves employability and fosters self-reliance and dignity of transgender individuals while creating a more inclusive community.

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Key Features Of Transgender Skill Development Program 

Here are some main features of CM Punjab Transgender skill development Program 

  • Eligibility: Transgender aged 18 years or older.
  • Duration: Courses are offered free of charge.
  • Stipend: Participants will receive a monthly stipend of PKR 5,000.
  • Certification: Successful participants will receive an accredited certificate after completing the course.
  • Psychological Counseling: The initiative features counseling options to help participants overcome mental health issues caused by social discrimination.
  • Awareness Campaigns: Changing social attitudes regarding transgender rights while enlightening society about their rights and achievements forms a fundamental part of the initiative.

List of Available courses in Transgender Skill Development Program

The courses are designed to teach practical skills that are in demand in the job market. Some of the courses include:

  • Culinary Arts
  • Fashion Designing
  • IT and Digital Skills
  • Beautician Training
  • Handicrafts and Artistry

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Training Locations for Transgender Skill Development Program

The training will be conducted in the following cities with details of the institutes and contact numbers:

Lahore

  • College of Fashion and Textile Design (Model Town, Lahore)
    • Course: Advanced Fashion Designing
    • Contact: 0300-9444896
  • Govt. Institute of Technology (Township, Lahore)
    • Course: Computer Applications
    • Contact: 0300-6832438
  • Vocational Institute (Shalimar Link Road, Lahore)
    • Course: Tailoring and Dressmaking
    • Contact: 0313-8444182
  • Govt. Technical College for Women (Gulberg, Lahore)
    • Course: Beauty and Personal Care
    • Contact: 0333-6090214

Gujranwala

  1. Vocational Institute for Women
    • Course: Advanced Tailoring
    • Contact: 0332-8749637

Sheikhupura

  1. Govt. Technical College for Women
    • Course: Beauty and Personal Care
    • Contact: 0305-6114659

Application Process For Transgender Skill development Program

Aspiring candidates must get in touch with their nearby training institute to access the program application process. The program has seat restrictions so hopeful applicants should submit their registrations early. Check https://www.psdf.org.pk/ or dial 0800-48627 for both online guidelines and application details.

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Why Joining is Important

  • Free training from qualified professionals.
  • During your course the stipend payments will help you cover regular expenses.
  • Through this opportunity participants develop skills which provide them either employment prospects or enable them to start their own business.
  • The official certificate provides additional value by building professional opportunities.

You can reach PSDF through their helpline number 0800-48627 or visit their official website psdf.org.pk to obtain more information.

Conclusion 

The CM Punjab Transgender  Skill Development Program reinvents opportunities for transgender individuals by creating an inclusive society with equal rights. Thousands of transgender individuals now live with dignity because the initiative provides them education and work opportunities and financial backing. Society’s continued backing of such initiatives by business and governments will create opportunities for all people regardless of their gender identities.

Individuals of transgender identity who live in Punjab with valid CNIC can participate in the program if they are older than 18 years of age.

Yes, Through financial assistance including stipends and transportation allocation participants can freely participate in the program.

Students can receive training through the program in IT along with fashion design, healthcare, hospitality and entrepreneurship.

People interested in applying must do so through two available channels – the official Punjab government portal and designated centers.

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