Authors:

1. Iklan Sandora - Jurusan Sosiologi, Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Sriwijaya

2. Diana Dewi Sartika - Jurusan Sosiologi, Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Sriwijaya

3. Andy Alfatih - Jurusan Sosiologi, Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Sriwijaya

4. Gita Isyanawulan - Jurusan Sosiologi, Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Sriwijaya

5. Decka Pratama Putra - Jurusan Sosiologi, Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Sriwijaya

6. Ifaty Fadliliana Sari - Jurusan Sosiologi, Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, Universitas Lampung

deckapratamaputra@fisipunsri.ac.id

DOI: https://doi.org/10.19184/e-sospol.v12i1.53710

Article Info

Publish Date
25 June 2025

Abstract:

This study's main topic is the discussion of transgender social networks in Empat Lawang Regency's Pendopo District. The phrase "transvestites" describes a phenomenon in which men identify as women by acting or wearing like them, even though they are men. Society considers the transvestite phenomenon to be aberrant. The purpose of this study is to elucidate the social network patterns and existence of transvestites in Pendopo District, Empat Lawang Regency. This study's qualitative technique uses purposeful interviewing to select informants who are knowledgeable about the subjects being covered. The results of the survey show that transvestites are currently rather common in the Pendopo sub-district; they can be seen at residences, weddings, and salons. Transvestites aren't scared to show who they are in public these days. The results of the study also show that women in Pendopo District, Empat Lawang Regency, have established interest networks and emotional networks, two distinct types of social networks. In an attempt to network with other transvestites, gain acceptance in society, and attract customers for their salon business, waria founded the network. 

Keywords: Interest Network, Emotional Network, transvestites

Pages: 117-128