The Leigh Maxwell Bahati Collection & Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

Before designing jewelry, Jennifer worked in Kenya and Tanzania as a doctor in International Health and Tropical Medicine. Leigh Maxwell’s Bahati Collection and our partnership with the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is a celebration of her deep connection and love for the people, culture, wildlife and land of this region.

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) works to protect wildlife and ecosystems in Kenya. It is best known for its Orphans’ Project which was the first elephant orphan rescue. Over the history of the project, 320 orphaned elephants have been successfully raised. For an hour every day visitors are able to meet the baby elephants during their feeding and mud bath. In addition to the African elephant, the organization has projects to protect black and white rhinos, save wild habitats, provide water to wildlife during droughts and stop poaching.

The Bahati Collection is about joy and good fortune. Bahati means luck in Swahili. This collection celebrates the African elephant, the largest land mammal. The African elephant is known for its large ears. All of our elephants have their trunks curved up, another symbol of good luck.

The collection features satin finish 18K yellow gold accented with diamonds. The elephants are depicted in smooth contours, keeping the aesthetic bright and modern. These items were made without the use of CAD design. The collection comprises of two collar style necklaces, large and medium size pendants, two bracelets, a large and small ring, a pair of long earrings and a pair of earring charms for our hoops.

With every purchase from the Bahati Collection, Leigh Maxwell donates 50% net proceeds to SWT.