Fri Mar 21 15:25:25 UTC 2025: ## British-Ghanaian Artist Chooses Euthanasia After Decades-Long Battle with Bipolar Disorder

**Amsterdam, Netherlands** – Joseph Awuah-Darko, a 28-year-old British-Ghanaian artist, has chosen to end his life through euthanasia in the Netherlands due to the debilitating effects of bipolar disorder. Awuah-Darko, who has openly documented his mental health struggles on social media, moved to the Netherlands, where euthanasia is legal under specific circumstances, to pursue this option. His application is currently under review, a process that could take up to four years.

Pending approval, Awuah-Darko has launched “The Last Supper Project,” a global initiative where he shares meals with strangers, offering them a glimpse into his life and his difficult decision. He has already hosted over 57 dinners in cities across Europe, including Paris, Milan, Brussels, and Berlin, with over 120 more planned.

In emotional social media posts and interviews, Awuah-Darko described the unbearable daily pain caused by his bipolar disorder, stating that the mental weight of his illness has become insurmountable. He emphasized that he believes life is inherently valuable but that his own life, burdened by the illness, has become unlivable. His decision, made after five years of contemplation, reflects a desire for a dignified and peaceful end to his suffering, free from the potential trauma of an unexpected death.

Awuah-Darko’s story has garnered mixed reactions online, with some expressing support for his autonomy while others urge him to reconsider. Despite the emotional toll of his decision, he continues to use his platform to connect with others, sharing both the beauty and the pain of his experience. He hopes that his journey will bring visibility and understanding to the struggles of those living with chronic mental illnesses.

While acknowledging the profound pain and ambivalence he still feels daily, Awuah-Darko finds fulfillment in the human connections forged during “The Last Supper Project,” expressing a desire to continue his dinners regardless of the outcome of his euthanasia application. He hopes his experiences will help others struggling with similar conditions feel seen and understood.

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