Naya, 24 years old, CA | 25 DAYS WAITING

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Naya is a courageous and creative young woman who is working towards a more secure and affirming future. After experiencing involvement with the system and periods of homelessness, she is now taking bold steps to achieve stability, health, and purpose. As a transgender woman and aspiring cosmetologist, Naya dreams of creating beauty and safety for herself and others. She is currently focused on completing trade school while managing a chronic health condition and recovering from experiences of discrimination. Naya aims to rebuild not just her housing, but also trust, community, and self-confidence. She has finally found a place that recognizes her full identity and worth.

Naya cares a lot about how she looks. For her, feeling good about herself is not just about being vain; it’s about walking into any situation with confidence. Wearing a wig is an important part of her style, but right now, she doesn't have one that makes her feel her best. When Naya says her appearance matters, she truly means it. Feeling good about how she presents herself helps her do well at school and be part of her community. The right wig gives her a look that she loves, in a color and style that suits her. As a young woman shaping her own life, being able to choose how she looks is important. It all starts with looking in the mirror and being happy with what she sees.