The coroner recorded a verdict of suicide, noting the unique challenges faced by a young trans person in a foreign country, isolated from support.
Emma Alraabeah fled Saudi Arabia to the UK, fearing severe persecution for her identity as a trans person, demonstrating the dire conditions faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in her home country.
Living in supported accommodation, Alraabeah's struggles included self-neglect and isolation, exacerbating her mental health challenges as she navigated her identity in a hostile environment.
The inquest highlighted the critical need for accessible mental health support for marginalized youth, particularly those with complex identities and experiences of displacement.
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