Meet Aaron
Aaron's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Aaron (she/they) is a nonbinary trans femme currently living on unemployment. After six months of homelessness, Aaron recently secured stable housing but continues to live paycheck to paycheck due to the long-term financial impact of the pandemic.
Daily shaving is a painful and frustrating routine for Aaron. Even when clean-shaven, they are left with a constant five o’clock shadow that weighs heavily on their mental health. Skin irritation and ingrown hairs only add to the physical discomfort. “This procedure would be like a giant weight lifted off me—I feel like I’ll truly be myself,” they share. Electrolysis would be a powerful step in Aaron’s gender-affirming journey, helping them move toward a future where they feel at peace in their own skin.
Aaron's timeline
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Award Granted
April 14, 2025
Aaron was awarded a grant toward permanent hair removal!
Grant details
$2,375 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Hair Removal: Femme Award
On average, it costs $2,300+ for Aaron'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.