Meet Jackie
Jackie's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Jackie (she/her) is proudly celebrating the beginning of her second year living openly as a trans woman. After surviving a 30-year emotionally and physically abusive marriage, she now wakes up each day feeling free, whole, and happy in her truth. “Every day I wake to a freedom I never knew,” she shares. “Free to be the woman I had been ignoring all my life.”
With the support of the LGBTQ+ community, including therapists and groups, Jackie was able to rebuild her life and find affordable housing in a community where she now thrives. Though she continues to recover from a severe car accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury and multiple herniated discs, she stays connected and engaged. She volunteers for community and church events, and finds joy through painting, selling her art online in hopes of covering the costs of her gender-affirming care.
Due to her limited mobility and neuro-processing challenges, Jackie is not able to work or drive, and she faces significant credit card debt from medical expenses. Electrolysis would not only ease her dysphoria and save her time and discomfort from shaving, but also help her confidently express the beautiful woman she knows she is. “I believe having a spiritual life gives me love and power and I want to give that love to others.” Jackie is deeply grateful for the opportunity to continue her journey with dignity and grace.
Jackie's timeline
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Award Granted
May 1, 2025
Jackie 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 Jackie'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.