Bola Gbadebo

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About Bola Gbadebo

Greetings, welcome to my profile! A few words about why I do what I do- My pursuit of journalism sprouted from a passion to learn people - understanding the impact of socio-economic dynamics, capturing different perspectives, and writing stories to preserve moments. This, all for the purpose of helping people see good and perpetuate kindness in a world that often forgets to do so. My aspirations have always involved being a catalyst for communities and I'm thrilled to take on that role currently for the Central Oregon community. Prior to KTVZ, I worked as a career coach for the state of California where I helped disadvantaged individuals ranging from ex-cons, people displaced from the workforce and single mothers back into a position of financial security. These amazing experiences have helped me work from a place of empathy and offer the right support to people. It has also fueled my decision to become a journalist- a position where I can widen my scope of influence and impact. My conviction that "there is always a solution" has become the very fabric of my mind and continues to elevate me to higher plateaus of growth and community involvement. When I place my pen down, I'm just a person who loves meeting people and sharing meaningful interactions.