The 51-year old travels to universities around the globe to spread awareness about life and issues faced by the transgender community. Excerpts...Being a transgender woman, I have faced a lot of discrimination in my country. But when I saw the transgender community here I felt they need to be treated better. Renowned speaker and staunch advocate of gender equality, Jessica Lynn is known all over the world for her refreshingly honest and dynamic oration. But finally at the age of 45 when I underwent the sex operation I felt relieved..