Author: Diego Menjíbar

Discover the inspiring journey of Nai, a Maasai woman from Tanzania, who defied tradition and fought against forced marriage with the help of the Pastoral Women’s Council (PWC). At the age of 13, Nai learned about her true parentage and was faced with the prospect of being married off. However, a scholarship from PWC allowed her to continue her education and escape this fate. Driven by a mission to empower Maasai women, the PWC has tackled issues like gender-based violence, land ownership, and economic independence. Through initiatives like livestock cooperatives and community banks, they have transformed the lives of over…