Victor Obisakin

Background

About Victor Obisakin

Victor Obisakin is a Nigerian born in Bern, Switzerland. Due to his unique upbringing as the son of a Nigerian Diplomat, he had the opportunity to attend elementary school in Brazil, middle school in Nigeria, and high school in Israel. Surrounded by other international students, Victor developed a greater sense of empathy and is able to see things through a cultural lens. Victor migrated to the United States where he graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Restaurant and Institutional Management. Victor has a passion for Mental Health and believes everyone’s journey to wellness is different. He is an advocate for social justice and believes all cultures can work together to achieve the unachievable if we all respect each other’s views. He strives to create an environment where all are welcome regardless of their belief or color. He is currently working on his master’s degree in Public Administration to help create systems that sustain well-being and safe spaces for BIPOC communities seeking mental wellness.