Hello everyone, my name is Adebola and I’m from Nigeria. I’m really happy to have found this community because for the first time in a long while, I feel like I’m in a space where people understand each other and are not ashamed of their Hepatitis B status.
I got to know about my Hepatitis B status about 5 years ago, and honestly it has been a difficult journey emotionally and mentally. There have been times I felt invisible and discouraged because despite working very hard academically and graduating with a good result, I still felt denied from certain opportunities globally because of my condition.
Sometimes it made me question myself and feel heartbroken, especially when opportunities I truly wanted seemed to slip away after medical screenings or health requirements. But seeing people here openly sharing their stories, supporting one another, and living boldly is giving me hope and making me feel less alone.
I’m grateful to be here, and I hope to learn from everyone, connect with others, and continue growing stronger mentally and emotionally.
Thank you all for creating such a safe and supportive community.