Born in The Gambia, West Africa, Bakary migrated to Greece in 2022, marking the beginning of a challenging yet transformative chapter in his life. Through resilience and determination, he achieved English proficiency, earning certifications from both Michigan and Cambridge in 2022 and 2023.
Bakary became the first student to graduate from Global Connect, obtaining his American High School Certificate (GED) through the program. In 2023, he began his bachelor’s degree in business and economics at the American College of Greece (DEREE), made possible through the Education Unites Scholarship, generously funded by the U.S. Embassy in Athens.
Beyond academics, Bakary is a dedicated youth leader and advocate, both on and off campus. He has represented young people across Europe, speaking at various EU and global institutions to champion the voices of the marginalized. He served as a Children’s Rights Ambassador for Defense for Children International and was part of the pioneering team of Young Justice Transformers under the Child Justice European Network.
Currently, Bakary serves as an Assistant Program Manager for Global Connect Courses, driven by his desire to be part of the same cause that changed his life. Through his work, he empowers young refugees and Migrants through education by Providing American high school certificates and English proficiency certificates, also help in admissions to tertiary education, ensuring they have the same opportunities that gave him hope.
Bakary Fatty
