KB, 12, Brooklyn NY

KB, 12, Brooklyn NY

Living as myself makes me feel FREE!

What people get wrong are my Pronouns and gender.

I have faced verbal bullying, bathroom issues, and an overwhelming number of questions.

At sleepaway camp, I was in a girl’s bunk, which was my choice. But I was allowed to use any bathroom that felt comfortable. My school is very welcoming. My parent validates me.

I came out to my class in a slideshow I created. I got to play the role of Charlie in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at camp.

I dislike bullying of any kind. And also, Trump.

My hopes and dreams are that one day the world will not be about gender, and people will not make assumptions.