Hi friends,

The past three years have brought significant challenges to our family: overlapping and costly health issues affecting multiple relatives, immigration pressures impacting loved ones at work, and a tragic house fire that claimed the lives of five family members, including two young children. During this time, I also began gender-affirming care through HRT, navigating my transition discreetly due to my conservative environment and lack of family support.

Grief, financial strain, and deeply conflicting values have placed increasing pressure on my immediate household, which is my current residence.

Over the past year, tensions have escalated and I’ve acclimated to daily physical intimidation . At the start of April, I was physically assaulted by my brother in our home.

I am recovering and temporarily staying with my cousin and her 5 year old daughter. I cannot accept physical violence, and I have come to understand that there will never be a foundation for safety or healing.

I have reached a point where I can no longer consider this household safe to live in, despite my deep attachment to staying. This has been one of the most difficult realizations of my life. Those who know me understand how much of my identity and sense of stability has been rooted in my home.

Situations like this are more common than many realize—moments when stability gives way without warning, and the need for safety becomes immediate and non-negotiable. I am asking for support to help cover the basic costs of relocating. I am using my savings and current income from my non profit employment to fund as much as I can. Any donations will go toward emergency transportation and immediate, essential living expenses as I work to move into a safe, long-term place to live.

This is a strange, difficult time, but I am encouraged by the support of community to reach out. Any support—whether through donations or sharing this request—will make a meaningful difference in helping me move forward safely.

Thank you for your consideration and support. Abrazos