That Feminist Dyke

fuckyeahfeminists:

dansolomon:

stupidoldishlikelettersandsodas:

MY NIECE JAEDYN AMARI EMERSON OF BRANDEIS HIGH SCHOOL IN SAN ANTONIO HAS BEEN MISSING SINCE LAST NIGHT. SHE IS 15 AND WAS LAST SEEN WEARING SHORTS AND A TUBE TOP. HER AUNT TALKED TO HER AT 5 30 THIS MORNING. PLEASE CALL MY MOTHER, HER GRANDMOTHER, CHERYL EMERSON AT 210 445-6120 IF YOU SEE OR SPEAK TO HER.

Oh, jesus. Please keep your eyes peeled, South and Central Texas. 

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kikismisandryservice:

kikismisandryservice:

So now, it’s really down to the wire. We’ve found a few affordable places that we could move to that are in good neighborhoods, with great landlords/management offices. The problem? We’re breaking lease to move, which means that we’ll be paying rent in two different places at once, as well as paying for the security deposit. 

And what’s more, to even apply to these places after we’ve seen them, there are ridiculously expensive application fees, that would eat up all of the money we currently have, which means that we can’t even apply. Most of them are fees charged per applicant, and since there are two of us, the fees skyrocket. 50 dollars, 80 dollars, 75 dollars. Just to apply to live in these places. Not to mention once we move, we still have to get the power turned on, and there’s a deposit for that too. 

Not including the rent and bills at our current place, we’re looking at around $800 in moving fees. That includes the security deposits, application fees, costs of moving, and power bill deposits. 250$ and up for some security deposits, plus the first month’s rent, plus the power bill deposit, plus the cost of hiring movers? that’s super expensive. 

Even if you don’t have anything to donate, a kind word, some encouragement that this is something we can accomplish, would be nice. 

You can donate here, or leave a nice message here. Thanks, y’all.

Please help. we’re so close to being halfway!

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kitten-wall:

Hello everyone, my name is Luisa, I’m 16, and I’m kind of stuck right now. I’m in a place where I can’t come out right now, but if I don’t I’m going to implode. I’m a straight transgender female. I am out to one family member as gay, and while they took it well, I’m not sure the rest of my family would take it as well. I could be kicked out, as I have been before for “coming out” as Agnostic. I was hoping that maybe some of you could help me out a little bit, because I’d like to save up enough money to move out if need be. Also, as many of you know, transition is expensive. I need money for a whole new wardrobe, makeup, HRT, and maybe even surgeries. I am unemployed and growing increasingly desperate. I can’t live this way much longer before something drastic happens. 

The best case scenario for me would be that my parents would deal with me being transgender, and they’d grow increasingly used to it until they accepted it. But even then they’d be reluctant to pay for gender therapy or doctors visits. I’m still young enough that if I can get on hormones soon I have a chance of developing into a natural looking girl, and that’s all I want. But all of that depends on if I can support myself financially or at least prove to my parents that I can cover most of the expenses. Literally any amount of money is appreciated greatly, and any amount makes my dream that much closer to reality. If you’re feeling generous, there is a donation button on my page. Thank you so much. Have a great day.

kitten-wall:

Hello everyone, my name is Luisa, I’m 16, and I’m kind of stuck right now. I’m in a place where I can’t come out right now, but if I don’t I’m going to implode. I’m a straight transgender female. I am out to one family member as gay, and while they took it well, I’m not sure the rest of my family would take it as well. I could be kicked out, as I have been before for “coming out” as Agnostic. I was hoping that maybe some of you could help me out a little bit, because I’d like to save up enough money to move out if need be. Also, as many of you know, transition is expensive. I need money for a whole new wardrobe, makeup, HRT, and maybe even surgeries. I am unemployed and growing increasingly desperate. I can’t live this way much longer before something drastic happens. 

The best case scenario for me would be that my parents would deal with me being transgender, and they’d grow increasingly used to it until they accepted it. But even then they’d be reluctant to pay for gender therapy or doctors visits. I’m still young enough that if I can get on hormones soon I have a chance of developing into a natural looking girl, and that’s all I want. But all of that depends on if I can support myself financially or at least prove to my parents that I can cover most of the expenses. Literally any amount of money is appreciated greatly, and any amount makes my dream that much closer to reality. If you’re feeling generous, there is a donation button on my page. Thank you so much. Have a great day.

fuckyeahsexeducation:

michellefund:

Hello folks of Tumblr. I could really use a bit of love and kindness right now.

I’m 18 years old, recently graduated, and am now in my first semester at college.

In 2010, my house was bulldozed down by my crazed landlord when my mother refused to go on a date with him. From there, our family was split up. We tried to live in the wreckage, but it wasn’t working. My mother soon lost her job and lived in the car with my dog, and my 14-year-old brother and I went couch-surfing. My father, who we thought was dead after he ran away to Mexico several years ago, made himself known and gave my brother a place to stay. I am not legally allowed to live with my dad because he has a history of abusing women and young girls. He left again for Mexico after a few months, and my brother chose to live with friends.

I lived with friends as well, went to school, got good grades, applied to colleges, got scholarships, found work and supported myself, tried to move on, and hoped that one day my family would be together again. Throughout all of this, I received support from my loving boyfriend, who recently went away for his senior year of college.

Two weeks ago I helped my mother with a down payment for a mobile home and now my family is finally living together again. It isn’t much, but I am entirely happy with my living situation. My mom works harder than anyone I’ve ever known to provide for me and my brother. She’s more than happy to after what we’ve been through.

Last weekend, I went into my local Planned Parenthood to get an IUD, but I suppose I made my appointment four weeks too late. I couldn’t get an IUD, the nurse told me, because I was pregnant.  Her words were a ton of bricks smacking me right in the face. “Well,” I said, “Let’s take care of that then.”

I’ve been in a relationship with my loving boyfriend for 4 years, and only recently have we become sexually active. We’d always used protection, so he was pretty distressed when I called to tell him that I had a bun in the oven, and I had made an appointment to take it out.

I am in absolutely no position to have a baby.  I could not provide a happy, healthy life for a child.

Before learning I was pregnant, I’d quit my minimum wage job at a yogurt shop because it was now too far from where I lived. So now I’m pregnant, 18, and unemployed. All I could think was “Well, at least I’m not homeless anymore.” It’s not a particularly sunny situation. I have refrained from telling my mom because she has too much to worry about but I have some really supportive friends who are helping me through this. 

I have decided to terminate the pregnancy and my appointment is on October 25^th. Luckily, directly after the procedure, they can put in an IUD. This is something my nurse described to me as, “sucking it out, and plugging it up for a while.”

Here’s where you come in, Tumblr. I’m hoping all the love-warriors out there will help me. I cannot afford an abortion. I’ve recently spent too much on my textbooks, public transport, and even my family’s phone bills.  

The total cost of the surgery is going to be $425.00. If anyone could give anything it would be much appreciated. 

Because I’m still so early in the pregnancy, it is going to be a plunger aspiration. Plunger. I know, right? Lovely.

I’ve jumped through so many other hoops trying to get my surgery covered by Medi-Cal, and unfortunately, I am not eligible because my mom now has an income. Even if I were to apply again, my info would not be processed in time for the surgery.

I really need all the love I can get… My boyfriend will be unable to make it on time to come support me. 

You can safely donate to my cause through PayPal (there is a link in the description of my blog), and I’ll keep you guys updated. If I can raise the funds to cover the surgery, I’m going to try to reschedule my appointment for even sooner.

Please, if you can please signal boost this and donate I will be really grateful. No one should be pushed into a pregnancy they can’t handle.

bebinn:

This post will continue to be updated, so if you don’t see anything of use to you, check back to the source or under my Important Posts page. Any resources of these kind that I’ve missed, please reblog with them or message me. This goes for any category you believe you should add, with both financial and social support systems.

Decision-making:

• If you’re not ready or able to talk to anyone, Pregnancy Options has a free, printable workbook to help you make a decision
• Backline offers a full range of reproductive counseling and referrals, and the National Abortion Federation provides information on pregnancy and abortion, and support and referrals for abortion services.
• The Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice offers counseling for decision-making, concerns involving abortion, and referrals
• The Abortion Assistance Blog has lists of clinics, abortion funds and people offering rides to/from the clinic, lodging for people traveling a long distance, babysitting, moral support, and referrals
• The Administration for Children & Families has information on adoption
• Here’s a list of adoption lawyers, which you can refine by state
• State Adoption Program Managers
• Knowing how far along you are is important in knowing how much time you have to decide. Ask your local free/low-cost clinic if they perform ultrasounds, or if they can give recommendations. Your nearest Planned Parenthood may offer free or low-cost ultrasounds depending on your income, or provide referrals.
• See if there is a nearby community college or other training site for people studying ultrasound and imaging technology. Sometimes you can get an ultrasound performed for free by students!

Giving Birth (also see Health Care):

• See if a doula and/or midwife program in your city or state offers low-cost or volunteer labor and birth support. Here’s a list of volunteer doula programs to start. It’s also possible to negotiate a lower fee with doulas and midwives.
• Operation Special Delivery provides volunteer doula services to those whose military partners have been injured or killed, and those who are or will be deployed or otherwise unable to attend the birth.
• Medicaid may help cover the cost of a birthing center, which provides a safe and comfortable alternative to hospital or home birth. Some birthing centers also offer payment plans.
• There are lots of online checklists for what to bring to the hospital during your labor and birth
• 32 Ways to Save Money During Your Hospital Birth
• You can negotiate with the hospital - what they charge you is WAY more than what it costs them. If you’re paying in cash, they may give you a discount. There are a lot of tips and forums dealing with hospital negotiations online. Here’s one website.

Health Care:

• Look over your insurance options at Healthcare.gov
• Your state’s Medicaid program
• The Affordable Care Act expands insurance and health care options for pregnant people and children, including the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). You can find local health care centers, services, and information on their page.
• Many Planned Parenthood locations provide general health care at little to no cost, depending on your income
• Nurse-Family Partnership offers free at-home (or another safe place) pregnancy and childcare assistance until your child turns two.
• NeedyMeds is a directory of programs that offer assistance to people who can’t afford their medications or health care.
• Free Dental Care can help you find low-cost or free clinics
• Look for dental and dental hygiene schools if you are comfortable with closely-supervised students
• Your state’s United Way program may sponsor or help you connect with low-cost or free dental care

Food:

• Women, Infants and Children (WIC) for food and health care services
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)
• If you’re a Native American living on or near a reservation, apply for Food Distribution on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
• Find your local food bank

Housing:

• The US Department of Housing and Urban Development can help find low-rent housing, and provides vouchers to pay for rent.
• Your state may also have similar rental assistance programs.
• The Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program (HPRP) provides temporary assistance to households that would otherwise become homeless. You can find help through their list of local grantees.
• RentAssistance.us has a database of over 3,000 government and non-profit agencies that offer financial assistance
• Need Help Paying Bills has lists of charities and government and non-government organizations that offer financial help for anything from rent and utilities, to child care and prescription medication.

Parenting:

• Backline can connect you to parenting resources
• Your state’s Department of Human Services may have a program to provide low-income, working parents with access to quality, affordable child care
• The US Department of Health and Human Services sponsors the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) to both states and Native tribes
• eHow has a step-by-step guide to finding child care assistance through Child Care Aware
• You may be able to find parenting and home ec. classes, baby materials, social support, child care, and other resources through your place of worship
• Many diaper and formula companies offer free samples and opportunities to win packages or cash

Disabilities (also see Health Care):

• Search for your state’s Early Childhood Intervention (ECI or EI) services. These services are mandated by Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
• If you or your partner are disabled, your child can receive Social Security benefits
• Family Village is a directory of resources on disability rights, social support, information, and merchandise
• Parent to Parent USA is a national organization that matches families with trained volunteer support parents who can connect them to local resources, provide information on health care, and teach coping skills
• The Arc provides services, information, self-advocacy and employment opportunities, and referrals through their local chapters to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault:

• RAINN has both phone and online counseling hotlines to connect you to local rape crisis centers. Centers offer support, counseling, and other resources.
• The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides similar services, as well as safety planning if you are not able or ready to leave
• Helpline has articles and resources on domestic violence
• What to do if your partner refuses to wear a condom
• Find homeless shelters, family shelters, residential treatment centers, transitional housing, and other women’s shelters via Women’s Shelters
• I’ve thought about leaving - how can I do it?
• Your local Planned Parenthood or reproductive health clinic can offer counseling, discreet birth control, and other resources for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence
• Some crisis pregnancy centers/pregnancy resource centers can also provide, or refer you to places that provide help with rent, prenatal and infant care, and basic baby items. Always use caution when contacting CPCs - many exist to dissuade you from abortion, and some may try to convert you, require you to be Christian or take Bible classes to receive help, or practice coercive adoption. Use them as a last resort or get a recommendation from someone who has used their services.

Please reblog so others have these sources. 

ineedaplacetolive:

Help Me

My name is Cassidy.  I’m 20 years old and I live with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD.  What that means is that I constantly live with anxiety, hypervigilance, flashbacks, and nightmares as the result of a trauma.  I was diagnosed on October 31, 2011, but I’ve probably had PTSD for years.

I’m having to relive my trauma right now.  I’m currently living with my mother and sister.  They’re both PTSD denialists, meaning they think I’m making it up or exaggerating.  They abuse me psychologically by purposefully setting off severe anxiety and flashbacks (known as a ‘trigger’).  They have also tried to force me to do illegal drugs in hopes of getting rid of my anxiety so that I’m easier to “put up with”.  The abuse gets physical from time to time too, and I’ve been denied my medication and access to a doctor.  I’ve had to save up money or borrow from friends in order to get my prescriptions.

I have tried to leave before, but my mom bullied me into staying by saying that she will cancel both my phone and my health insurance if I try to leave.  I need both those things in order to keep up with treatment. 

I really wish it didn’t have to come to this, but if I don’t want things to get so bad that I resort to self-harm or suicide, I have to move out. 

And that means I’ll need donations.  I’ve set up a PayPal here.

Even if you can’t help financially, you can help by signal boosting.

tough-titty:

kylathegreat:

My bestest best is stuck in an abusive relationship (and apartment lease) in a city he knows no one in. If anyone knows of reliable resources for temporary (free) housing and/or a job (barista, retail, teaching experience), please, please, please contact me ASAP ! He is leaving tonight, whether he has a place to stay or not.

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abortionassistanceblog:

The Abortion Assistance Blog was created to be a resource for abortion funds and other practical support for people in need of an abortion. Legal barriers are not the only obstacles that stand in the way of accessing abortion. Some people don’t have the money. Some people have to travel hours to the nearest clinic, and many lose even more time because of state-mandated waiting periods.

Patients traveling to get an abortion may need help finding transportation and lodging in an unfamiliar city. This blog will be mostly submission-based, for those who are willing to provide a ride to and/or from the clinic, a place to stay, or help finding either. Other information, such as assistance finding a clinic, birth control, or child care, is always appreciated.

Please spread the word about this blog, so that people who need help can find those willing to give it.