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Tinashe Moyo

“Fighting fires and fighting for love are not that different. You have to be willing to risk it all to come out on top.”

Tinashe Moyo is a Zimbabwean firefighter who has been fighting fires for over a decade. She got involved in the profession as a way to give back to her community and has since become an expert in her field. Despite facing discrimination due to her sexuality, Tinashe has remained a dedicated firefighter. In her free time, she enjoys playing soccer and spending time with her girlfriend and their two dogs.

What inspired you to become a firefighter?

I wanted to give back to my community in a meaningful way. When I was growing up, fires were a big problem in our area. I knew I wanted to be the kind of person who could help when things got bad.

How do you manage to stay so dedicated despite facing discrimination?

I have an incredible support system in my girlfriend and my fellow firefighters. And ultimately, I know that my work is bigger than any one person's opinion of me. I'm fighting fires to keep people safe, and that's what matters most.

A burning building at night
I may face flames in my job, but I always come out the other side. That's the same spirit that keeps me going in my personal life too.
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