Meet Bria
Bria's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Bria (she/her) is a gender-fluid Latinx trans woman navigating a challenging period in her life. She is currently unemployed and facing housing instability, preparing to move into a shelter after her last month in stable housing. Despite these hardships, Bria remains focused on her goals and her journey toward living more fully as herself.
One of Bria’s biggest insecurities is her facial hair, which deeply impacts how she presents and feels in her identity. “I have to shave every day, and when I develop shaving rashes, I cover them with makeup. Because I am unemployed, electrolysis and laser hair removal are financially out of reach for me,” she shares. Receiving support for electrolysis would ease the discomfort and emotional toll of daily shaving, reduce her dependence on makeup, and give her the confidence to take the next steps in her transition, like eventually pursuing facial feminization surgery.
Bria's timeline
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Award Granted
April 24, 2025
Bria 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 Bria's care.
- What is it?
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- 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.