Last week, I received my bachelor’s degree from Sudan. Finally. The envelope arrived at the post office, and I thought I would feel happy, but I didn’t. in fact it took me three days to open it. It was a strange moment.
I started questioning myself: Why wasn’t I happy after achieving something I had worked toward for 14 years? I studied at three universities in two countries torn by war and crisis—Syria and Sudan, both dearest to my heart. I resettled in Sudan in 2016 to continue my education. The challenges were immense, even for the Sudanese themselves, yet I managed to piece things together, build a life, enjoy it, and slowly build a career. Now, even after evacuating from Sudan, I have completed my studies, presenting part of my graduation project in Brazil.
I left Brazil and am now in Switzerland, where I’ve experienced how systems today can reject you if you don’t fit into their predefined boxes. I realized I wouldn’t find happiness by trying to fit into those boxes.
After a week of reflection, I’ve come to understand why I should be happy. I’m happy because I set a goal and remained committed to achieving it, no matter the obstacles. I didn’t lose my faith in God, and Alhamdulillah, he sent people at every turn to push me forward. I’m grateful for every friendship and connection I made along the way—they shaped who I am today and what I stand for.
Life goes on, and I feel well-equipped for it, thanks to this journey.
Special thanks to the VIP.fund family for the continuous support to complete my studies and recover after Sudan: VIP.family.
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