Save the Children Launches ‘Rainbow Kits’ for Transgender Individuals in Nepal Disaster Response

Save the Children in Nepal has launched an innovative pilot project to provide tailored dignity kits, called “rainbow kits,” for transgender individuals affected by humanitarian crises. The pilot program, launched on October 8, 2024, in Kathmandu, aims to ensure dignified access to essential hygiene materials for the transgender community during disasters.

The rainbow kits are designed to address the specific needs of transgender individuals, moving away from traditional binary norms in humanitarian aid. This initiative responds to recent floods and landslides in Nepal, where conventional dignity and hygiene kits often fail to meet the needs of the LGBTQI+ population.

Tara Chettry, Country Director for Save the Children in Nepal and Bhutan, emphasized the importance of this approach: “This initiative broadens our approach to humanitarian response, encouraging us to view aid through a more targeted and inclusive lens rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.”

The kits, developed in collaboration with the Blue Diamond Society (BDS), a pioneering organization for LGBTQI+ rights in Nepal, include a carefully curated selection of items. Contents range from condoms and lubricants to sanitary products, personal hygiene items, and other essentials.

Manisha Dhakal, Executive Director of the Blue Diamond Society, highlighted the significance of these tailored kits: “Tailored kits promote inclusivity and ensure that all identities are recognized and respected, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics (SOGIESC). Access to appropriate hygiene products helps maintain dignity during challenging times.”

The rainbow kits have been officially handed over to BDS for distribution to those affected by recent natural disasters in Nepal. This initiative marks a significant step forward in inclusive humanitarian aid, recognizing and addressing the diverse needs of all affected populations during times of crisis.

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