Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli, Khadi Olagoke
119: Sober Black Girls with Khadi Olagoke
119: Sober Black Girls with Khadi Olagoke
119: Sober Black Girls with Khadi Olagoke
Wednesday 25th November 2020
Veronica Valli interviews Khadi Olagoke, founder of Sober Black Girls Club, on her journey to sobriety and breaking barriers as a Black woman.
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Get the buttons here!Khadi Olagoke: Breaking Barriers and Finding Sobriety as a Black Woman
We've just started to talk about what mental health looks like in our community because we've denied it for so long.
Ever wondered what it's like to navigate sobriety as a Black woman? Veronica Valli sits down with Khadi Olagoke, the inspiring founder of the Sober Black Girls Club, in this episode of 'Soberful'. Khadi opens up about her personal battle with alcohol and the unique challenges she faced, often being the only Black girl in the room.
She shares candid stories of her journey, emphasizing the importance of education and support in the recovery process, especially within the Black community where mental health issues are frequently stigmatized. Khadi dives into the pervasive culture of drinking that starts in college and continues into adulthood, shedding light on how the pandemic has exacerbated mental health struggles and addiction.
She passionately discusses the critical need for more open conversations about mental health in the Black community and how her organization, the Sober Black Girls Club, plays a vital role in supporting Black women on their path to recovery. This episode is not just about Khadi's story; it's a call to action for better support systems and education around sobriety and mental health.
Whether you're curious about the intersection of race and addiction or looking for inspiration on your own journey to sobriety, Khadi's insights are both eye-opening and empowering.