Sweekruti: Assistance to Parents of Transgender Children

The "Assistance to Parents of Transgenders" scheme is a component of the "Sweekruti" scheme by the Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) Department, Government of Odisha, that provides financial assistance to parents of transgender children to support them in raising their children against societal intolerance, stigma, discrimination, and violence.

The scheme provides financial assistance of [?]1,500/- per transgender child per month until the child reaches the age of 18 years.

The following eligibility criteria must be met: | The child must be under 18 years of age. | The child should exhibit gender non-conforming behavior.

Parents must provide an affidavit certifying that their child shows gender non-conforming behavior.

In the event of the parent's death, supportive money will be made available to the guardian, provided a Certificate of Guardianship from a Competent Authority is submitted.

Processing times may vary, but you can inquire about the expected timeline when you submit your application at the Block/ ULB Administration office.

Yes, parents can apply for financial assistance for each transgender child who meets the eligibility criteria.

If your application is rejected, you will receive a notice explaining the reasons. You can rectify the issues and reapply or appeal the decision as per the guidelines provided.

You can check the status of your application by visiting the Block/ ULB Administration office or contacting them directly for updates.

There is no specific age limit for parents applying for this assistance, but they must be the legal guardians of the transgender child.

For further assistance, you can contact the Block/ ULB Administration office or reach out to the DSSO office of your area for any queries related to the scheme.