Chief Joseph talked to us about his progressive approach to help women in his village. He told us he has added women to the governing council. He also said he has made it mandatory for girls to go to school.
Maasai society is strongly
patriarchal in nature, with elder men, sometimes joined by retired elders, deciding most major matters for each Maasai group. The Maasai are also polygamist. The first wife has senority.
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| The Maasai women carry their babies on their back wrapped in a cloth |
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| This woman's jewelry was really amazing - She did not really want to pose for a photo |
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| We brought 20 pounds of stuff for the village. From school supplies to tooth brushes, etc. |
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| We are presenting our presents to Chief Joseph. He will distribute to the village |
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