In December 2023, TransParadise played an active role in the roundtable discussion at the closing event of the Queer Nest project, led by Opus Diversidades. This project, within a European context, aimed to identify the needs and develop intervention policies and measures for young LGBTI+ individuals experiencing homelessness. The event, held at the Bento Martins Space of the Carnide Parish Council, served as a platform for presenting the results achieved, including a set of social-inclusion tools, a prevention manual, and an awareness campaign.
TransParadise’s participation stood out for its contribution to the discussion on transgender homeless populations — a concern often marginalised in public policies and academic research.
The intersection of gender and migratory status in this context was especially relevant, highlighting the complexities associated with the homeless experiences of transgender individuals. The roundtable provided a critical space for reflecting on the existing gaps in institutional responses and on the understanding of the social dynamics affecting this community.
This interaction with Opus Diversidades and other governmental bodies underscored the need for a more holistic and inclusive approach to homelessness policies. By engaging in this dialogue, TransParadise emphasised the importance of considering the specificities of transgender experiences in developing effective and humane solutions to homelessness.
Roundtable participants
- Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa — Ms Marisa Melo
- Com Alma | Clínica Social — Ms Paula Allen
- TransParadise / Casa do Brasil — Dr Freda Paranhos
- National Social Emergency Helpline 144 — Ms Marta Borges
- NPISA de Lisboa — Dr Paulo Santos
- Crescer — Ary Teixeira