Ana Hellen Mena, a young woman from Estepona, presents her autobiographical book in which she recounts a unique case of intersexuality in Spain.

The presentation of this work will take place at the Felipe VI Auditorium on Sunday, November 17 at 7:00 pm, with free admission and will be moderated by local historian José María Guerrero.

The councilor attached to the delegation of Culture and Festivals, Macarena Diánez, reported today that next Sunday, November 17, will be the presentation of the book ‘From him to her’ in the Auditorium Felipe VI, at 19.00 hours.

The municipal responsible has explained that this is an autobiography written by Ana Hellen Mena Esteponera, diagnosed as the only case of intersexuality 46XX in Spain, as the 29-year-old was born with male genitalia and discovered at age 26 that had female reproductive organs. Diánez has defined the story that makes the author as “very real and unusual, and in which Ana bares her soul and tells all the way she has come to the present day.

In addition, the mayor has reported that the event will be moderated by local historian José María Guerrero and, after the literary presentation, the author will sign copies, which will also be available for sale (20 euros). Also, a solidarity bar will be set up, with popular prices.

Those interested in attending can pick up their invitation from Monday, November 11, at the Centro Cultural Padre Manuel.

Ana Hellen has highlighted the difficulty of writing this book, in which she invested two and a half years, having to relive many of the episodes that happened in her life as she struggled to find her identity. According to her, “the road has involved a lot of suffering, but it has also meant overcoming and growth”.

Likewise, the author has expressed her wish that this story will help people to draw out their self-love and to fight to become who they really want to be.

Synopsis: “What happens when life confronts you with challenges that seem insurmountable from the moment you are born? In ‘From Him to Her’, I share my story, a life marked by the constant struggle to find myself in a world that seemed to have no place for people like me. I was born intersex and from a young age I faced rejection, ignorance and the pain of not fitting into society’s norms.

Along the way, I experienced rape and abuse by an ex-partner, dark episodes that left deep scars. But this is not just a story of suffering. ‘From Him to Her’ is also a story of overcoming, of finding the inner strength to heal and how, despite the wounds, you can grow, flourish and move forward. This book is a reflection of my search for identity, my resistance to violence and my deep desire to be free and authentic. Through my words, I want to bridge the gap for those who feel lost, hurt or without a clear direction, showing that there is always hope, even in the most difficult moments.

‘From Him to Her’ is not just my story; it is the story of all the people who have ever felt they don’t belong, of those who have been silenced or mistreated, but who are looking for a way out, a new beginning.

It is a testament that, in the end, self-love and resilience are more powerful than any adversity.”