Meet Morgan
Morgan's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Morgan (she/her) is a trans woman of color from Utah who has faced significant discrimination. "I've been trying to get vaginoplasty and have been receiving laser hair removal, but I have faced numerous problems with getting electrolysis. No place in the state accepts insurance for it, citing insufficient profit. While I managed to get special approval from my insurance for a surgeon, the last barrier is getting electrolysis."
Morgan's inability to hold a job has made this challenge even more daunting. Despite her efforts to seek aid through therapy and work programs, she has been unsuccessful. Denied disability, she now has to start a new case. With less than 4 hours of work a week, she struggles to pay rent. "I need this surgery, and therefore hair removal, to feel comfortable in my own skin."
Morgan's timeline
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Award Granted
April 8, 2024
Morgan was awarded a grant toward permanent hair removal!
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Care Received
May 13, 2024
A payment has been made toward Morgan's permanent hair removal!
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Care Received
September 13, 2024
A payment has been made toward Morgan's permanent hair removal!
Grant details
$2,000 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Hair Removal: Femme Award
On average, it costs $2,300+ for Morgan's care.
- What is it?
- Before care
- After care
What is it?
Point of Pride provides grants to trans femme people seeking hair removal on their face, neck, or an area of the body in preparation for bottom surgery.
What is life like for a person who needs this care?
For trans femme folks, particularly trans femmes of color, access to facial hair removal often equates to safety against anti-trans violence or discrimination. It's common for applicants to note issues with employment and public safety, particularly if their facial hair is dark or thick. Electrolysis and laser hair removal services are often deemed cosmetic and therefore not covered by health insurance plans.
What is the impact of this care on the recipient’s life?
Access to hair removal often leads to a more positive emotional well-being, increased confidence, increased safety when in public, and better opportunities at employment and more.