I am a PhD student at the University of Florida, and during my fieldwork this past summer, I collaborated with Eripoto for Girls and Women (@eripotoforgirlsandwomen). Eripoto is a Tanzanian NGO founded by Esuvat Lucumay to protect young Maasai girls from early forced marriages and pregnancies, based on her personal experiences. They are currently raising funds for a bakery run by the girls at Eripoto.

Part of my fieldwork involves giving back to the communities I work alongside. Eripoto's Bakery Project provides practical skills training, promoting continued education for these girls. I encourage you to join me in supporting Esuvat's remarkable work with Eripoto this holiday season. Please help support an organization dedicated to helping vulnerable women and girls.