The World from PRX

Banda Aceh

Echa wears the hijab because it's the law for women in Aceh. Echa is transgender, and when she wears the headscarf, she says no one calls her names.
Justice
A transgender woman in Aceh, Indonesia gathers strength as new anti-gay sex laws roll out
Arts, Culture & Media
A late bell, silent prayers and the world’s largest fireworks show greet the new year
Arts, Culture & Media
Body Percussion Music From Aceh