Kristin E. Yarris

About the Author

Kristin E. Yarris is an anthropologist and author whose work delves into the intricate dynamics of family, migration, and care in a globalized world. Drawing from her extensive fieldwork in Nicaragua and among transnational communities in the United States, she explores how solidarity and sacrifice shape relationships across borders. Her research highlights the emotional and social labor of caregiving, particularly among women navigating the challenges of separation and reunion. With a PhD in anthropology from the University of California, Berkeley, Yarris is a professor at the University of Oregon, where she teaches courses on gender, health, and Latin American studies. Her writing bridges academic rigor with accessible storytelling, offering profound insights into the human cost of migration and the enduring bonds of family.