Our Story
Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa-USA, based in New York City, mobilizes resources to support grassroots organizations that increase access to education and development for women and girls in West Africa, with a particular focus on making strategic investments in the work of Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa in Liberia. Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa-USA also promotes public engagement with the vision and work of our founder, Leymah Gbowee, and seeks to share the lessons of her leadership.
We know ensuring girls have access to quality education and are seen as valuable participants in society is vital to address inequality and building sustainable peace.
Our Staff
Sarah Jewell
Director
Samantha Garland
Bookkeeper
Our Board
Leymah Gbowee
Founder
Michael Seltzer
Board Chair
Angie Wang
Vice Chair
Ernest Obubah
Treasurer
Kouty Mawenh
Secretary