Hi, my name is Maeve. I’m a 22-year-old Colombian transgender woman, currently studying in Australia. I never imagined I’d be in a position where I’d have to ask for help like this — but here I am, with hope in my heart and a dream I can’t let go of.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve known who I am on the inside. But looking in the mirror and not seeing that reflected back is one of the hardest things I live with every day. I try to smile, stay strong, and keep moving forward — but it hurts.

Top surgery (breast augmentation) would mean the world to me. It’s not just about appearance — it’s about finally feeling aligned with the person I’ve always been. It would ease the daily dysphoria, the anxiety, and the pain I carry silently. It would allow me to feel confident, free, and safe in my own skin.

As a full-time student living far from home, my financial situation is incredibly limited. Between tuition fees, rent, and the legal costs of staying in Australia, I barely make ends meet. Saving for surgery is simply not possible right now, no matter how hard I work.

That’s why I’m turning to you — to friends, strangers, and kind souls — in the hope that you might help me make this dream a reality. I’m trying to raise $12,000 to cover the cost of surgery, recovery, and basic aftercare. Every dollar, every share, every kind message brings me one step closer to a future where I can finally feel peace in my own body.

Even if you can’t donate, just sharing this means more than I can say. I know times are tough for many, and I’m so deeply grateful for any support — big or small.

Thank you for seeing me, for believing in me, and for helping me feel just a little less alone on this journey.

With all my love and hope,

Maeve ❤️