Dr Deborah Barasa

When I was a little kid, I went on a trip to Kenya with my family. We visited a lot of amazing places, including some beautiful national parks where I saw all sorts of amazing animals. I was fascinated by the elephants and their calm demeanor

One day, we were on a safari when we saw a group of elephants crossing the road. We stopped to watch them, and I was amazed by how peaceful and majestic they were. I remember thinking that I wanted to learn more about these amazing creatures.

Years later, I had the opportunity to travel to Kenya again and volunteer at a local elephant sanctuary. I spent a month working with the elephants, and I learned so much about their behavior and their intelligence. I also learned about the threats that elephants face, such as poaching and habitat loss.

I was inspired by my time at the sanctuary, and I decided to dedicate my career to helping elephants. I went on to get a Ph.D. in elephant behavior, and I now work as a conservation scientist. I am currently working on a project to develop new ways to protect elephants from poaching.

I believe that elephants are one of the most amazing creatures on Earth. They are intelligent, social, and play an important role in the ecosystem. I am committed to doing everything I can to help protect elephants and ensure that they continue to thrive for generations to come.

Here are some things you can do to help elephants:

• Learn more about elephants and the threats they face.
• Support organizations that are working to protect elephants.
• Reduce your consumption of products that are made from ivory.
• Spread the word about the importance of elephant conservation.

Together, we can make a difference for elephants.