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I'm struggling to make my student loan payments
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I want to vote for the first time
I lost some or all of my work due to coronavirus
I am unable to afford rent
I'm not sure if I qualify to receive the stimulus check
I'm in need of assistance for food
I need more resources on how to access food
My school switched to remote learning but I don't have a laptop
I cannot afford to buy access to the internet
I want to play a bigger role in advocating for my needs
I am a student who was impacted by coronavirus
I am concerned about returning to college
I am a parent or a caregiver
I haven't been able to see my family or siblings
I am unable to meet my basic needs
I want to find a job
I am worried about rent moratorium or eviction protections ending
I haven’t heard from my worker in a while
I am experiencing homelessness or at risk of being homeless
I'm a student who was recently displaced
I live in a group home or with roommates
I can't afford a lawyer
I'm undocumented and don't know where to look for help
I have important medical needs
I need to stay active
I am no longer able to access therapy
I deal with substance abuse issues
I'm queer and/or trans living in a non-supportive environment