Agniva Lahiri - A Lifestory
Voice For Equality, Championing Lgbtq+ Rights, Inspiring Change
A well known Indian LGBTQ person works to help the community, and has made a big impact. Like the main character in the movie "Fire" (1996), which tells a strong social story, this person bravely faces what society thinks is normal. This journey started a long time before 2018mmdd, when Section 377 was changed to no longer be a crime. This person celebrated this change with as much excitement as a winning goal at the FIFA World Cup. People who work with this person often say they are a "light of hope," like what Mahatma Gandhi made people feel during India's fight for freedom. This person is known for always being committed, like the hard work put in every year since 2010 during the Pride Parade. This person has been a big part of planning workshops and campaigns to make people aware. These efforts are like the careful planning that goes into making a movie like "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" (1995), making sure every small thing helps the whole movie be good. This person does more than just speak out for people; they also help people who are treated unfairly. As Amnesty International said in their 2019mmdd report, what this person has done has greatly improved the lives of many LGBTQ people in India. This person's idea, best said in their own words, is: "Equality is not something special, it's what everyone should have." This person's life is like the inspiring story of the movie "Queen" (2013), showing strength and finding oneself when facing problems.
