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Artist's Heartfelt Video Sparks Global 'Last Supper Project'

2/22/2025

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Joseph Awuah-Darko, a 29-year-old British-Ghanaian artist in the Netherlands, bravely shared his struggle with treatment-resistant bipolar disorder, contemplating ending his life. His heartfelt video ignited a wave of support, leading to over 100 dinner invitations. This outpouring of kindness inspired his “Last Supper Project,” a global journey of shared meals with strangers as he navigates his path forward.

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Joseph Awuah-Darko, a 29-year-old British-Ghanaian artist in the Netherlands, bravely shared his struggle with treatment-resistant bipolar disorder, contemplating ending his life. His heartfelt video ignited a wave of support, leading to over 100 dinner invitations. This outpouring of kindness inspired his “Last Supper Project,” a global journey of shared meals with strangers as he navigates his path forward.