Kakenya Ntaiya

Kakenya Ntaiya, a Maasai woman and advocate for girls' education, dedicates her life to combatting female genital mutilation (FGM) and early marriage in Kenya. She shares her journey from challenging harmful cultural practices to founding Kakenya's Dream, transforming her community. Kakenya highlights the significance of education in empowering girls and reshaping futures. She also discusses the importance of community collaboration and the ongoing fight against FGM, inspiring listeners to engage in this vital cause.

Kakenya Ntaiya, an inspiring educator and founder of the Kakenya Center for Excellence, shares her journey to empower girls and transform her Kenyan community. She discusses how education can break the cycle of harmful traditions like female genital mutilation and child marriage. Ntaiya introduces us to courageous students who defy societal expectations, emphasizing that with community support, girls can achieve their dreams. This powerful dialogue stresses that when you empower a girl, you truly transform a community.