Wonder Boobs for Jade

Jade Pichette works tirelessly in their communities. Although dedicating their time and life to trans and queer folks fills their heart, it hasn't necessarily filled their pockets. Jade needs a surgery that is not OHIP covered. Jade, along with their friends, needs help funding 'top surgery' (BOOBIES!)

Some of you reading may wonder how a surgery that is seemingly elective and cosmetic is, in fact, necessary to their good health? Daily, they experience incredible dysphoria and discomfort. Many times, while home alone, they feel the most comfort in wearing a super push up bra. As their roombabe, I can tell you that they really enjoy the freedom of NO clothes at all, and the turmoil of temporary 'fixes' to their body with restrictive clothing has negative effects on their mental health. 

Money raised will go directly towards the life-affirming, life-altering, life-saving surgery Jade has been dreaming of. The total cost of the surgery is $9153 and they are confirmed for surgery on March 25, 2019! Exciting! They would fund it themselves if that was possible, but that's a hefty price tag for something that should be covered and isn't. Luckily, they have beautiful communities and networks of folks in their queer & trans & religious circles - Probably that includes YOU reading this, too! Friends have outwardly encouraged and supported Jade's fundraising of this procedure, and now, we are all excited to watch the outpouring of love manifest into dollars. 

Perhaps you've experienced the labour of Jade's love. Perhaps you have the means to give generously to their quest for better health and life. Or perhaps you can afford to go without a few luxury items and can toss even a few bucks to the campaign. Maybe money is not your greatest resource at the moment, but you have social currency with your networks of friends. Sharing this gofundme with your people who do have access to money is a huge contribution. 

If you need further reminding of some of the organizations Jade has given so much to: They've done great things at Trans Youth Ottawa, Kind* Space, CLGA, and Pride at Work Canada. They've also travelled all over to work independently as a workshop facilitator, a panelist, a speaker, and a consultant on 2SLGBTQ+ topics, anti-oppression training, and religious teaching & leading. PHEW - that's a LOT and it doesn't even come close to all of it! 

Now, what do you say? Do you think you can contribute some money to their campaign? Can you share this with your networks? Can you talk to your people face to face about the realities of body dysphoria and how you can help Jade and others like them? Let's get busy! There are BOOBS for Jade calling their name <3