Meet Sadie
Sadie's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Sadie (she/her) is a 39-year-old trans woman from Nebraska who has met various setbacks that haven't allowed her to work.
"Laser and electrolysis will address the most dysphoric part of me. To be able to wake up and not spend an hour on shaving and makeup before I can feasibly be perceived as a woman will do wonders for my mental health," Sadie shares. "Often, I can still see my beard shadow, even through makeup. At my age, I feel like time's running out on ever fully being the woman I truly am."
Sadie's timeline
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Award Granted
April 8, 2024
Sadie was awarded a grant toward permanent hair removal!
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Care Received
May 2, 2024
A payment has been made toward Sadie'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 Sadie'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.