Mercy Ndubuisi: Turning Pain into Purpose, and Silence into Advocacy
- livewabisabilife
- Dec 30, 2025
- 3 min read
Mercy Ndubuisi’s story is one of courage, consciousness, and unwavering commitment to change. Born and raised in Nigeria, Mercy transformed deeply personal trauma into a lifelong mission to protect, educate, and empower girls and women. A survivor, a mother, a scholar, and a relentless advocate, her journey reflects the true spirit of Wabi Sabi, finding meaning, beauty, and strength in what was once broken. Live Wabi Sabi is honoured to feature Mercy because her life reminds us that healing is not linear, resilience is not loud, and it is never too late to rise again.
Her Wabi Sabi Life Story
Mercy’s early life was shaped by experiences no child should endure. Growing up with family sexual abuse could have silenced her, but instead, it sharpened her purpose. Determined to create systemic change, she pursued a degree in Political Science and an MSc in Public Administration, equipping herself with the tools to advocate for justice, dignity, and policy reform.
A five-time beauty queen, Mercy used visibility not for glamour, but for impact. She founded the Miriam Ujunwa Girls Foundation and Africa Phenomena Leaders, platforms dedicated to ending period poverty, protecting girls from sexual abuse, challenging harmful practices like female genital mutilation, and promoting access to education. Through grassroots programs, advocacy, and policy engagement, her work has contributed to increased school enrollment for girls and boys alike, while amplifying conversations many prefer to avoid.
One of Mercy’s most defining “kintsugi” moments came in 2020 during Nigeria’s EndSARS protests. She became a target of digital blackmail and extortion, losing her online presence and sense of safety. With family and friends beside her, Mercy chose courage over fear, reporting the crime, reclaiming her voice, and returning stronger. Today, her story powerfully aligns with the 2025 16 Days of Activism theme, End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls, reminding us that digital spaces must also be places of protection, not harm.
Her impact has been recognised across borders, including the Humanitarian Global Award (Ghana), YUUKKE Global Award (India), and the Young African Women Leaders Award (Nigeria), yet Mercy remains rooted in service, not spotlight.
Her Thoughts on Self-Love
For Mercy, self-love is not performative, it is practical. It looks like choosing rest without guilt, saying no without explanation, walking away from draining spaces, nourishing the body, honouring emotions, and starting over without shame. Self-love, in her world, is quiet resilience, forgiving yourself for what you didn’t know then, and treating yourself with the same compassion you offer others.
Her Proudest Moment
Mercy’s proudest moments are not defined by awards or applause. They live in the quiet victories, when she stopped shrinking, held her boundaries, spoke even when her voice trembled, and chose herself. Above all, becoming a mother against all odds stands as her deepest source of pride, a living testament to hope, strength, and possibility.
Being Part of Wabi Sabi Stories
To Mercy, being part of Wabi Sabi Stories means honouring life as it truly is, unpolished, imperfect, and deeply human. It is about embracing cracks as proof of survival, growth, and becoming. Her story stands as a reminder that broken pieces do not disqualify us; they shape us into something more honest, more powerful, and more real.
Her Biggest Cheerleader
Mercy draws strength from a supporter who may not always be loud, but is always present, someone who reminds her of her power on hard days, celebrates her small wins, and holds space without judgment. Through this support, her journey feels lighter, steadier, and deeply affirmed.
Her Message to Other Women
You do not need to have everything figured out to be worthy. Healing doesn’t have to be visible to be real, and growth doesn’t need applause to matter. Your cracks are not failures, they are where light enters, resilience forms, and character grows. You are not behind. You are becoming, and that, in itself, is beautiful.
“Your cracks are not evidence of failure—they are the places where light enters and resilience is born.” ~ Mercy Ndubuisi
Connect with Mercy Ndubuisi
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