Help a Pakistani Trans Woman Survive

My name is Alia Ramna. I am a transgender pakistani female, I have been kicked out from my biological family at 16 and have been serving by myself ever since. I have lived in a homeless hostel for 2 years after being in and out of care, and have moved into my own flat at 19. I have been working to get by ever since, and I’m currently living in a neighbourhood where I have been hate crimed a lot.

I have worked in retail and the hospitality industry for a few years but I faced racism and transphobia there, and it has taken a big toll on my mental health. For a while now, I have been taken alternative work, but it’s not very reliable. I have been working in ballroom for 10 months now and have been practicing my categories to compete in the next ball. I’m starting to make a name for myself but it’s been difficult keeping up while having such a low income. I’ve realised that the community is strong and the amazing people I’ve met have made me feel like it’s okay to ask for help, so here I am!

Here’s a breakdown of what I’m going to spend the money on, if I can raise it. I’m looking to cover my living costs for four months while I look for more work and look at moving to a safer place.

Each month I pay:

Rent - £450

Bills - £95

Food - £100

If I am to cover 4 months that makes £2,580

I also need to get a few transition-related things, and with GoFundMe fees I’m rounding it up to £3000.

Raising this money will take a lot of pressure off me and keep me safe from alternative work, and I would really appreciate any help I can get.

I am currently working a new job but I can only do a limited number of hours at the moment. I’m also working with support services to sort out safer housing and potentially work on realising my dreams of being a writer.