#Raising awareness

[sharksandjays]

PLEASE SHARE THIS POST!!!!!!!!

For the past two years I have been apart of a volunteer club that visits the United Learning Center (ULC) in Phang Nga, Thailand, a school for Myanmar migrant families. I heard so many stories there that moved me in such a way that I promised them that I would tell the world about it. I was honestly astonished that it didn’t have more coverage already. The world had seemed to forget them. So here I drew some of my interactions with them, my friends.

By sharing this post I hope to raise awareness both about the issue in general and to talk about the FED. I have worked with this organization for the past two years and they are the nicest people you have ever met. Their sole purpose is to help the people around them, the people struggling because of this war. They have changed so many lives and will continue to change more. But any and all help is appreciated, and I urge you to do whatever you can to do so.

For more information, go to FED website: fedgrassroots.org and follow them on Insta: @fedgrassroots

Thank you for reading. And to my Myanmar friends—မင်းကိုချစ်တယ်! ❤️ဘေးကင်းပါစေ။

[sincerelybyseher]

[allwehearisradiosilence]

Hello my beautiful sunflowers, I just wanted to reach out to you today to share a story of a man who has contacted me in need of help:

Hello, I am Muhammad Saqr from Gaza. I am married and have 5 people. I support my family of 12 people because my father is unemployed. I used to work in the field of decoration and wood arts. Until the seventh of October, my city was exposed to the Israeli aggression on Gaza, and on the tenth day of the war, our house was exposed. My workplace was completely bombed. We lost our home and our source of livelihood and were forced to flee to Rafah in the hope of finding a safe shelter. Please help my family to find a safe shelter.

Please please if you have anything to share that would be so appreciated to help Muhammad reach his goal🤍

GFM

[deliamount]

A desperate plea from a Welsh neuro spicy bookworm

https://gofund.me/93bbe404

Hi all! It’s been years since I’ve used this platform but I’ve been around the block during my time. Mainly in the phan and Call the Midwife fandoms.

This may gain no traction as I am a dinosaur who has no clue how this platform works any more but I’ve created a go fund me for my endometriosis and adenomyosis surgery

This is not only for a much better quality of life for myself but also to raise awareness of what a truly awful disease this is and the lack of understanding and support around it. Shoutout to any girl who’s ever been told to use a heat pad or just get pregnant!

There are only 2 endo specialists in Wales and I have been rejected from seeing them on the NHS due to a insane postcode lottery so if you can support either with a donation or a share I would be super grateful

Love and cwtches to you all ❤️

[ratatoast]

Whew, I’ve really been debating whether I should make this post or not, but I’ve decided that it is my civic duty as a fellow cyster to bring awareness and maybe help others understand or even recognise the symptoms and what it means to have PCOS

I could hit you guys with all the official terms and statistics, but I will let the pictures do the talking on that

I personally just thought that I should share my story and how I got diagnosed with PCOS, and how I’ve been managing since then

So, I got my first period when I was 10. Which is quite early, but it never really bothered me. I always had a very regular menstrual cycle, from the number of days I menstruated, to the length of each phase.

Well, that all stopped when I was almost 19. My periods stopped being regular, I even went 3 whole consecutive months without even ovulating once. I was always irritated, I gained a lot of weight, my skin was horrible and I just wasn’t really on top of my game in general.

But I just kept telling myself that everything would be fine. I floated through 2 years of my life without knowing if I would be getting my period each month. I didn’t understand why I was always so hormonal and I kind of started hating myself.

So this year, in the very beginning of july, now at the big old age of 21, I decided to go to the OBGYN. I was honestly scared shitless, but I was trying to gaslight myself into thinking that it would be all fine. Except it ended up not being all fine. Because I got diagnosed with PCOS.

Now, I don’t know about other OBGYNs, but mine didn’t particularly care to explain stuff to me, just gave me my papers and told me to get a bunch of tests done to find out my root cause. My regular doctor just gave me a pamphlet for dieting with diabetes/IR and basically told me to just figure things out on my own.

I think it’s honestly disgusting how little healthcare professionals seem to care about a condition that affects so many afab people. There isn’t a cure, because nobody cares to find a cure.

Well, they should.

Everyone should.

Living with PCOS isn’t easy. I have mental breakdowns about it on the weekly. I hate having to restrict what I can eat so much.

And I hate that it is worth it. I hate that I actually feel better when I don’t eat dairy, I hate that I actually feel awful physically when I eat carbs. It’s not fair.

And I hate that my sickness affects the most important (to me) aspect of my life: my fertility.

I have never not wanted children. Becoming a mother is the biggest dream I had since I was a kid. It’s my life purpose. And I might not ever get it.

But I can’t let my PCOS rule my life. I am me, first and foremost. Chronic illness or not.

And I really hope that every woman struggling with PCOS can look into the mirror at the end of the day and find beauty in what she sees.

You are beautiful.

You are strong.

You are loved.

[pinkflowersparkle245]

Suicide prevention month

September is suicide prevention month

Suicide prevention month is a reminder that there are steps we all must take in looking out for our loved ones, the people in our community, and those who have been impacted by the leading cause of death.

Anyone can have suicidal thoughts your family, your friends, your classmates or coworkers, your neighbors, even someone you don't like. Suicide is a serious topic, if your someone who is dealing with suicidal thoughts talk to a loved one to help you maintain these thoughts or you can contact the suicide hotline 988.

Remember it's okay to not be okay because you are human and you matter and not everyone is perfect just like every other human, everyone isn't always happy and that's okay but what's not okay is just struggling with these thoughts alone. Reach out for help you can get through this, if I could do it then you can do it. I promise.

[wee-toe]

[fanficmustread]

Hello this a long shot call, am a citizen of Palestine. I am here to request for your support to help get my insulin, I was diagnosised with type 1 diabetes and due to current situation in Gaza I'm unable to get my insulin injection as a result I'm here begging for little financial support to help me purchase insulin for this week

My donation link is available on my pinned post

I wish I could help in anyway possible, but I hope answering your ask will help reach someone with money. Currently I am broke I can’t help as much as I’d like too. Genuinely I hope and pray for all of your safety everyday.

For everyone else reading!! Please stop if you can and go to this persons profile to donate, even if you can only do a dollar or so anything can help. Heck show off your donation in my ask box and I’ll draw you something of your choice!! Example of my art down below and @artmustdraw IF YOU HELP THIS PERSON YOU TOO CAN GET YOUR OC IN MY STYLE!!! FROM THE RIVER TO THE SEA

[averagekindergartenfan]

Resistance

Hit them where it hurts: their ego and pride, their bank account and wallet. Keep posting about Palestine, because you never know if people in the future will ask what side of the history you were on, and you could say you were on the right side of history.

(Also the background was a bit lazy as fuck but whatever)

[analuvsyouxo]

Hi Ana, i am writing this message on behalf

of all women, asking for your help. On October 4th, in Turkey, two young girls were

brutally murdered by a man. We do not feel

safe here; every day we step outside fearing

what might happen to us. There are so many

news reports about femicides that we can

no longer keep track. We kindly ask you to

be the voice of women in Turkey. We want

this incident to reach the global stage, and

we want everyone to hear our voices.

Could you please help us?

I would like to ask those who see this to please share it on Twitter, Instagram or another social media account with this hashtag

#turkishwomanareindanger

#protecturkishwoman

answering to help spread awareness!!!

[sincerelybyseher]

[carriehillart]

The final product. I used light and dark values to contrast how I child may appear fine on the outside, but truly be in an awful situation.

This is a more somber illustration than what I normally make. It was originally requested to accompany a series of stories on child abuse in a group home. However, the editors decided the facts of the case should speak for themselves, and I honestly agree. I'm still proud of this work, however. My state has a bad track record when it comes to child abuse. It angers and saddens me. So honestly, this is sort of a vent work for me.

[ethan-acfan]

Women in Afghanistan are no longer allowed to speak in public

I don't think I have to go into why this is horrifying in so many different ways, but if you have the means, I am begging you to speak up or donate money to charities to help stop this oppression. Women should be allowed to have basic human rights, and the fact that we still have to say this is so baffling to me

[insidemeerasmind]

Eating Disorders/Body Image

Eating disorders and body image issues tug at the heartstrings in a way that can be incredibly painful and isolating. Many people wrestle with the idea of what they should look like, often feeling pressured by society’s impossible standards. This struggle can lead to a distorted view of oneself, where the mirror reflects not who you truly are but a harsh critic instead. For some, food becomes a way to cope with overwhelming emotions; they may restrict what they eat, binge, or purge, hoping to gain control in a chaotic world. It’s a tough battle that can feel lonely, but it’s important to remember that there’s always hope. Seeking support, whether from loved ones or professionals, can be a vital step toward healing. Embracing your body, flaws and all, is a journey worth taking—one that leads to self-acceptance, freedom, and joy. You are not alone; your worth is so much more than a number on a scale or the shape of your body.

[stardust9905]

Hello dear,,,,

My name is Marah from Gaza.

Computer engineering student

I hope you are well . 🇵🇸

I write to you with a heart full of hope and faith, and I ask for your urgent help. My family is in great danger due to the war, and I am running a fundraising campaign to save them. My father and mother suffer from diabetes and high blood pressure. Help me secure them

Please, any donation makes a difference in our lives, and every reblog helps reach as many people as possible. 🍉

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for any help you can provide .

^ Not my typical post, but it's also not a typical ask either.

I am genuinely so sorry for your loss. It is devasting and absolutely heartbreaking. I wish you all the best for luck, health, safety, recovery, coping, and education!! 🫂❤️‍🩹💔 I'm sharing this in hopes anyone is able to share &/or donate money to help out. ❤️‍🩹🫶

~ Ka'ra ★♥︎★

[top-husbando]

Life Altering Surgery - GOFUNDME

Hello friends and friends of friends. I am posting for a serious matter today. I have been battling a medical uphill battle for years now and have finally been diagnosed (yay!). I am needing surgery and am in a tough financial spot, I don't ask for help often but truly anything will help. Every share and dollar given will go straight towards ensuring I have a painless tomorrow.

GOFUNDME PAGE HERE

Tl:dr: I need surgery to help reconstruct my genitals due to trauma, remove fibroids and remove my appendix 🙏