David Lewry
David Lewry
Mark's Story
Mark's Story
Mark's Story
Wednesday 20th December 2023
Discover Mark's inspiring journey from Nigeria to Canada, overcoming LGBTQ+ oppression to find freedom and acceptance in 'Voices in Recovery'.
34 minutes
Empowering
Inspiring
Hopeful
Resilient
Authentic
About this podcast
Author:
David Lewry
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Mark shares his journey from Nigeria to Canada, reflecting on the challenges of concealing his queerness due to strict laws
- The episode delves into Mark's experiences growing up in a religious environment and the societal pressures he faced
- Mark opens up about his impactful work as a social worker, advocating for trans rights, HIV prevention, and standing up against human rights violations
- The podcast concludes with Mark's newfound sense of freedom in Canada, embracing his true identity, and finding a supportive and inclusive community
- Mark's story illustrates the transformative power of embracing one's true self and the profound impact of finding a supportive community that celebrates individuality
I feel like myself, like this is who I am, truly who I am.
Imagine living in a place where being yourself is against the law. That's the reality Mark faced growing up in Nigeria. In this heartfelt episode of 'Voices in Recovery', Mark opens up about his life journey, from hiding his true self in a country with strict anti-LGBTQ+ laws to finding freedom and acceptance in Canada. Mark's story is a powerful testament to resilience and the quest for authenticity.
He shares his struggles of growing up in a religious environment, dealing with societal pressures, and the emotional toll of concealing his identity. Despite these challenges, Mark dedicated himself to social work in Nigeria, advocating for trans rights and HIV prevention, and standing up against human rights violations. Now in Canada, Mark has embraced his true identity and found a supportive community that celebrates individuality.
His journey highlights the transformative power of living authentically and finding a community that accepts you for who you are. Mark's story is not just about overcoming adversity; it's about the joy and freedom that comes with being true to oneself.