Updates from AMGP College Students
AMGP supports a number of our qualifying high school graduates with a portion of their college fees. We checked in with some of our current college students…
“The biggest thing that makes me happy is I am about to realize my goal of becoming a medical laboratory scientist, which has always been my dream since I was young. Thanks to my education, I have come to believe that I can make it and be a better person tomorrow.”
Nashaki shared that she would also like to get back to her community in Laikipia to offer mentorship programs to her fellow girls. “I lack words to express my gratitude. Those who supported me are the ones who have given my life formula and shape. I wish to offer what I can to my younger sisters in return.”
Maria believes the greatest value of education for Maasai girls is that it helps them learn how to be independent, to prosper in their careers, and to move on from negative traditional cultures.
”My life could have been in misery [without school] since the traditional culture would have forced me into marriage where the husband is the only decision maker in the family and the provider, so freedom to interact and even suggest any idea could be impossible.”
Thank you for being a pivotal part of these young women’s lives with your kind contributions to the Amazing Maasai Girls Project.
Please check back for more updates throughout the year!