Hi, my name is Janiya, and I’m a mother to a beautiful six-year-old daughter. Her name is: Niah.

I’m writing this with humility, faith, and courage — because while I’ve always worked hard to handle life privately, my daughter and I are now facing a serious deadline that could leave us without stable housing by March 10.

Over the past two years, life hasn’t come one challenge at a time — it has stacked.

Transportation instability.

Major financial setbacks.

Legal battles I never asked for.

Repeated disruptions that made it difficult to rebuild before the next wave hit.

Through it all, I kept fighting quietly, problem-solving relentlessly, and doing everything in my power to protect my child’s stability.

Recently, everything intensified when I was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease that has caused severe fatigue, joint and muscle pain, migraines, inflammation, dizziness, and weight loss. During flare-ups, I’ve been physically unable to work — further impacting our income at the exact moment we needed stability most.

Throughout all, I’ve never stopped believing in the best outcomes for us. My faith in rebuilding and conquering this tidal wave expands —far beyond worry, doubt or fears of failure. I simply refuse to give up—or accept defeat.

Daily, I remain focused to push beyond my own boundaries and carve a lane specific to my calling. My purpose, my duty —my testimony and my faith in an absolute and very real Higher Power. Without God steering my footsteps, there’s not a single chance on earth I could have overcome the horrific seasons that we’ve already endured—alone.

This is my truth.

And it sets me free.

Despite every single season that came, knocked me down —set me back —stopped any momentum I meticulously built—I became my own Hero.

My daughter’s hero.

And when she’s all grown up

the master formula for courage when faced with hard corners —she will know how to pivot with strength and endurance.

Mirroring the very steps I’ve instilled in her to be brave, to trust God—

to trust the process,

even when in the thick of the fog,

so dark you cannot even see the staircase ahead,

she’ll become the light-bearer

lighting the path for others that come behind her.

Even in the shadows —I’m her lighthouse.

Relentlessly committed to holding this torch of bravery —and survivorship.

In every season that threw us into the fire of unconscionable circumstances—far beyond the scope of my beliefs, intentions or actions—I have remained diligently engaged in problem solving every single obstacle faced with grace, and self-respect.

This is containment. This is trust in the Universe. In the unknown—and even in all of the ugliness of these events —it is truly beautiful that my present evolution now requires me to take up space. To tell my truth. To enlighten and inspire others to find safety in all that is real and authentic about themselves —even if that means for once you become truly vulnerable.

My gratitude to even share my truth —and expand our story outwardly —is the first step in the building blocks to assemble our bridge.

My hopes are —that in this moment

my words and our story

ignites a light in others —

Who may be going through mirrored life events,

or simultaneous crisis experiences

far greater than you can bear alone.

That this may encourage you.

that this piece of our story

Can help unlock more faith in humanity—

in unity of community —and love.

The greatest piece of my purpose

is to protect my legacy—my daughter.

its both a duty —and an honor. A privilege to be her mother —even if our world is demanding more than humanly possible alone—i know that with God —everything is possible.

When I reflect on how far we’ve come —

i am simply astounded.

because I never gave up.

and nor will I now. Or ever.

i’ve given up things I could have never seen myself willing to let go of.

but letting go makes room for more.

I’ve sold personal belongings,

took on courier work when physically able,

as often as plentiful,

I do it all with gratitude and heart.

In this volatile economy, I’ve continuously pursued stable employment —

every possible aligned career role—

I’ve given 1000%—

yet i now believe that God is preparing something so absolutely custom fit —

that the world has been designing exclusively just for me.

My season of winning is coming.

its all foundational —it just has not landed yet.

i will keep fighting.

Although often burdened in my actions not lining up to the timelines of my present needs,

having exhausted every private option to stay afloat —I still stand here with faith wide as the galaxy.

believing it’s all happening for me; not to me.

Yes, I am here and in this space humbly, as a faithful servant to the Force of God.

with my heart leaking truth—

With my arms wide open,

open to aid, to change, to alignment.

This overlapping season that’s had its lingering effect has certainly reached a peak —

to a point that I can no longer carry it all alone.

i thank you for listening intently.

For caring enough to help me carry a portion of this heavy weight.

And with compassion for us.

This fundraiser is coming from the depths of a triumphant —warrior / mother’s heart.

I’m not asking to be saved.

I believe in community building.

We are intentionally requesting for more hands to help lift us in building a bridge —a temporary lifeline — so I can stabilize, rebuild, and protect my daughter from homelessness while I cross this storm.

The funds raised will help cover:

• Emergency housing and relocation costs (deposit, moving, short-term lodging if needed)

• Transportation stability (repairs, insurance, essential payments)

• Basic living needs for my daughter (food, school needs, daily essentials)

• A small emergency cushion while I finalize legal and financial resolutions and secure long-term stability

Years ago, I survived a traumatic experience that was shared publicly — a season that taught me resilience, faith, and perseverance. I never imagined I’d face another survival chapter like this, but I also know the same God who carried me then is still carrying me now.

I believe deeply that God works through people.

Through community.

Through prayer.

Through hearts that feel led to help.

If you feel led to support, please know your help goes directly toward protecting a child, preserving stability, and helping a mother rebuild.

If you can’t donate, sharing this page or keeping us in prayer means more than you know.

From the bottom of my heart — thank you for reading, caring, and helping us cross this bridge.

With faith and gratitude,

Janiya & Niah

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Press / Prior Story of Resilience:

Years ago, I survived a traumatic Puma attack while traveling in Honduras and went through a rare medical recovery journey that was featured publicly. That experience taught me the depth of resilience and faith—lessons I still carry today.

• Daily Mail UK feature: (click here for link)

• The Doctors Interview/TV segment: (2018 - click here for the link )

• CGTN America Interview feature: (click here for link)