Pesantren

Transgender women study during an Arabic class at the Pondok Pesantren Waria Islamic school in Indonesia. Bunda Yeti, wearing a plaid shirt (at right), says the school has given her a place to practice her faith free of worry.

Transgender women find a safe place to practice their faith in Indonesia

Lifestyle & Belief

Even in relatively tolerant Indonesia, it’s difficult to practice Islam if you’re transgender. But an Islamic school is giving transgender women a place to pray — and gain acceptance from Indonesian society.Even in relatively tolerant Indonesia, it’s difficult to practice Islam if you’re transgender. But an Islamic school is giving transgender women a place to pray — and gain acceptance from Indonesian society.