Meet Daichi

Daichi (they/them) first attempted transition in their teens but ended up housing insecure without further support due to their minoritized status. Now past 30, getting masculinizing procedures as a disabled person means their situation changes so often that there is no reliable way to get them covered with insurance. People have pledged further support, though it's frustrating to get the multiple balls rolling as procedure dates are at the whims of chance. Having several conditions affecting the skin makes more expensive electrolysis the only option as well.

Their one love is to get involved in affairs that have nothing to do with them in activism. "There are many paths in life I have almost walked at this point, at least academically. Outdoorspeople like me would say it's only now we are here, so remember wherever you are: you are there!" Daichi shares.

"This will definitely make it clearer to my surgeons that I am very serious at this age about getting affirming surgery of the type I need. It will serve as the official start to this segment of my affirmation process."

Receiving support for hair removal would significantly improve Daichi's quality of life, helping them feel more comfortable and confident in their identity while demonstrating their commitment to their affirmation process and alleviating some of the financial and logistical burdens they currently face.