Helpline
A telephone helpline called "Manasu" ("Heart" in English) (0091-44-25990505) was set up by Tamil Nadu AIDS Initiative-Voluntary Health Services (TAI-VHS) for members of the transgender community, their families and the public. It functions between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and was launched by V. K. Subburaj, Principal Secretary of Health Department of Tamil Nadu. Subburaj launched the services in March 2009 and said it will be helpful in finding employment for transgender people.
Sahodari Foundation is an organization working for the transgender rights. Founded by activist and actress Kalki Subramaniam in 2007, Sahodari Foundation is a well known organization in India for its creative and alternative advocacy methods.
Read more about this topic: Transgender Rights In Tamil Nadu