Enhancing transgender mobility on public transport through equitable transport policies in a culturally conservative society
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12296390 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Nazam Ali (0000-0002-2113-7781, University of Portsmouth, corresponding author), Muhammad Ashraf Javid (0000-0003-3494-2891, Sohar University), R C P Wong (0000-0003-1899-4982, University of Hong Kong), Muhammad Abdullah (0000-0002-7908-1303, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals), Syed Sift-E-Hassan (COMSATS University Islamabad), Punyaanek Srisurin (0000-0002-5056-5101, Mahidol University), Qudeer Hussain (0000-0001-7935-9419, Kasem Bundit University) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 131 |
| Pages | 104532-104532 |
| Publication date | 2025-12-19 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Transport Geography (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0966-6923 • E-ISSN: 1873-1236 |
| Publisher | Elsevier BV (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.jtrangeo.2025.104532 |
| OpenAlex | W7116466461 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 64 |
Transgender individuals have visible gender expressions that distinguish them from other gender minorities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual or queer individuals. This visibility increases their vulnerability to gender-based violence and harassment in public spaces, and restricts their mobility on public transport and access to basic amenities for healthcare, education and employment. This issue is particularly severe in culturally conservative societies. This study aims to address the issue by exploring public acceptance of transgender individuals on public transport in Pakistan and recommending equitable transport policies for enhancing their mobility. Using the conceptual framework of the theory of planned behavior (TPB), a questionnaire was developed, and 474 responses were collected via an online survey. A multivariate structural equation model (SEM) was developed, and the results reveal that perceived behavioral control and intentions have a positive and significant relationship with transport policy interventions. Regarding the socioeconomic characteristics, male individuals, those with higher education, and those who meet transgender individuals more often, exhibit positive attitudes towards supportive transport policies aimed at enhancing transgender mobility on public transport. According to the findings, numerous equitable transport policies such as providing dedicated spaces and seats on public transport for transgender individuals, implementing dedicated car-sharing programs, enforcing transgender protection acts, and improving public acceptance through education and awareness campaigns, are recommended. • It investigates the acceptance of transgender individuals on public transport in a culturally conservative society. • The conceptual framework of the theory of planned behavior is used to understand the perceptions of people towards transgender individuals. • Male and educated, and respondents who encounter transgender invidividuals more often are more accepting towards transgender individuals. • Equitable transport policies are recommended to improve the acceptance of transgender individuals on public transport
Conceptual framework · Harassment · Operationalization · Public policy · Public transport · Socioeconomic status · Theory of planned behavior · Transgender · LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy · Transportation Planning and Optimization · Urban Transport and Accessibility
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| Highly cited | No |