In Jainism, the soul (jiva) is eternal and its true nature is the same for all beings. Gender is seen as a karmic attribute that arises from past karma and can change across lifetimes; it is not a moral category like right or wrong. Therefore:

• Transgender people are not considered inherently sinful or inferior in Jain teaching. The core obligation is to practice ahimsa (non-violence) and to treat all beings with compassion and respect.
• The standard ethical vows (non-violence, truth, non-stealing, chastity, non-attachment) apply to every jiva, regardless of gender identity, and aim at spiritual liberation for all.
• There isn’t a single, explicit canonical stance on modern gender identities across all Jain sects. Different Digambar and Shwetambar communities may discuss or apply social norms in varying ways, but the fundamental Jain aim remains the upliftment and harmless treatment of every jiva.

In short: Jainism emphasizes the sanctity and potential of every soul and advocates compassion, respect, and non-violence toward transgender individuals, just as toward all others. If you’d like, I can explain how Jain karma concepts relate to gender in more detail, from the perspective of the jiva and karmic birth.