Don't spend time being sad about the situation, when there is something that you can actually do to change it. Many members of the forum have identified this same problem of low or wrong knowledge about crypto in their environment and they are actively taking steps to try to influence the situation and change things. You can organise a seminar for people who are interested in learning about cryptocurrency.

-Tell them the difference between bitcoins and other altcoins.
-Tell them the potential of bitcoin and why it was created.
- Tell them the benefits it will have.

With a little effort in educating a few persons, it will spread from there and other people will hear in a little time. You can actually change things.

If bitcoin is highly illegal in your country, you should try another approach that does not expose your identity easily.