Hello, my name is Emma.

I am a 51-year-old, disabled transgender woman with autism and ADHD. I'm also an artist and professional designer.

I have recently learned that I am losing my apartment at the end of my lease term in December.

I am unemployed, am not receiving any financial assistance, and despite my exhaustive job search, have not found viable job opportunities anywhere. I fear this is because of my status as a transgender woman in the current social and political landscape, and because my field has been decimated by AI.

I am hustling where possible, but this is difficult due to physical impairment and mental health struggles. Yet, despite these obstacles, I have somehow been limping month to month.

However, I have learned my lease is not being renewed, and I run the risk of homelessness if I cannot secure housing. I was homeless for 3 months last year before securing this apartment, and I was not anticipating having to leave. Unfortunately, due to my roommate creating an incredibly unhealthy and toxic living environment, I am being forced to leave.

This fundraiser is specifically to raise money to cover my first, last, and security deposit, and hopefully more, in a new apartment/living arrangement.

Thank you.