Mudrakat Alabi-Macfoy
What are you fighting for? Why do you think it is so important?
I’m aiming for positive social impact through civic engagement and advocacy, community development, issues surrounding social and gender justice, environmental campaigns, and mental health. It is always necessary to give back to society and help build hope for those who don’t have access to systems that can improve their quality of life.
Tell us about yourself. What's your background? What inspired you to begin living for change?
I’m a young Muslim woman with four law qualifications. I stopped practicing law because I was disenchanted with the system and how it robs people of financial investments, justice, and time. I had aspired to be a judge, however, my decision to live for change came when I realized that despite my law qualifications and practice, I still wasn’t making a major impact. In fact, I faced an ethical dilemma which I had to defend or lose my job. I didn’t want to be on the wrong side of justice. I wanted to help people and so I made the decision to quit law practice and actively pursue civic engagement in the non-profit sector.
What have you been doing to help your causes so far?
My work as a Programs Officer gives me the platform I need to design programs to foster community, alleviate hunger, and advocate for causes such as gender-based violence, financial independence, gender equity, environmental initiatives, and mental health. I am currently working on an environmental campaign to reduce single-use plastic in Lagos, Nigeria, as well as volunteering to clean up the Lagos Coastlines.
How and when will you judge success? What’s your end point?
The definition of success changed for me when I realized the importance of public service. Public service never ends. As long as there are people that need help, I’ll always strive to do what I can to make their lives easier.
Complete this sentence: "I am #LivingForChange because..."
Doing my bit actually matters; everyone deserves kindness and a great quality of life.
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