VOICED : Transgender Indonesians bear brunt of rising intolerance

The video discusses the closure of Al Fatah, a symbol of open-mindedness in Indonesia, due to backlash against the LGBTQ community. Despite risks, former students continue to visit, advocating for transgender rights within Islam. The closure reflects rising intolerance and conservatism in Indonesia, challenging the nation's motto of unity in diversity. The video ends with a hopeful message for acceptance and unity among transgender Muslims worldwide.

What was Al Fatah seen as a symbol of before its closure?

• Conservatism

• Traditionalism

• Intolerance

• Open-mindedness

What do transgender Muslims in Indonesia demand?

• Closure of all religious institutions

• A ban on all cultural events

• Justice and the right to worship

• More religious schools

What is the predominant form of Islam practiced by most Indonesians?

• Secular Islam

• Conservative Islam

• Moderate Islam

• Radical Islam

What has been targeted by hardliners across Indonesia in recent years?

• Educational institutions

• Cultural events and churches

• Sports events

• Government buildings

What national motto is being tested by the rising conservatism in Indonesia?

• Strength in Unity

• Unity in Diversity

• Unity and Peace

• Diversity in Unity