Meet Kylie
Kylie's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Kylie (she/her) is a Middle Eastern trans woman who arrived in the U.S. as a refugee, finally able to live openly and authentically without fear. In Egypt, her identity placed her in constant danger—but here, she’s determined to rebuild her life from the ground up.
Starting over has come with immense challenges. Kylie works full-time in a warehouse to survive while managing trauma, debt, and the high costs of housing, healthcare, and education—all on her own. She’s also faced workplace discrimination, but remains focused on her goals.
Kylie is seeking support for laser hair removal, a step she describes as both affirming and essential. “Shaving and waxing are painful and unaffirming,” she shares. Access to this care would help her feel more at home in her body, move closer to her surgery goals, and continue growing in her career. Most of all, it would bring her closer to the freedom and sense of belonging she came to the U.S. hoping to find.
Kylie's timeline
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Award Granted
April 23, 2025
Kylie was awarded a grant toward permanent hair removal!
Grant details
$2,250 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Hair Removal: Femme Award
On average, it costs $2,300+ for Kylie'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.