I am Women’s Bean Project: Ahlecia

I was homeless and sleeping on people’s couches, and not very comfortable with where I was at. I was insecure and didn’t really have the right mindset yet. I still don’t…but I’m working on it!

In less than two or three months of being here, I got my own place. It’s one of the biggest things that I’ve always wanted since I turned 18, so I wouldn’t have to keep on sleeping on people’s couches, floors, beds. So, I can feel comfortable, have my privacy, and be the adult I’m supposed to be.

This year, I found the strength to leave a very toxic and abusive relationship. Even now, just thinking back, I’m really grateful that I went through that. I’ve learned what to look for and what I deserve. Being here, I’ve found myself a lot. I finally know what my worth is; I finally know who I am and who I want to be in life. I owe a lot of that to Women’s Bean Project.