Empowering First Ladies and Gentlemen

The role of First Lady or Gentleman is among the most visible and influential on the national and world stage. Yet, it comes with no job description and no resources. We are that support.

The Global Alliance of First Ladies & Gentlemen draws upon seventeen years of experience working with First Ladies and Gentlemen and their offices to set and implement priorities, establish strategic partnerships, and develop strategies to generate positive impact.

102

First Ladies and Gentlemen

300

Senior Advisors

Countries Represented

Read about the Global Alliance of First Ladies & Gentlemen in Harper's Bazaar.

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Meeting my peers around the world is one of the things I love most about this role. It’s in these moments that we find the common bonds that connect us across oceans and continents. When we support and mentor each other, we grow together, and our successes ripple outwards.

— Dr. Jill Biden

Former First Lady of the United States

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— Dr. Jill Biden

Former First Lady of the United States

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Our collaboration dates back to 2013 when the Beyond Zero Initiative was conceived. Since then, GFLA has continued to mentor and provide technical advice in implementing Beyond Zero objectives; we appreciate your input at every stage of our work.

— H.E. Margaret Kenyatta

Former First Lady of Kenya

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— H.E. Margaret Kenyatta

Former First Lady of Kenya

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As First Ladies, we are in a unique position to improve the lives of women and girls in our countries. Together, I know we can overcome the obstacles still before us, and ensure our daughters and granddaughters, and our sons and grandsons have the opportunities they deserve.

— Michelle Obama

Former First Lady of the United States

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— Michelle Obama

Former First Lady of the United States

Mission

To support First Ladies and Gentlemen, individually and collectively, in their efforts to advance positive change in their communities and around the world.

Programs & Services

Global First Partners Academy

Senior Advisor Fellowship

Tailored Services to First Ladies' & Gentlemen's Offices

Since 2009, the Global Alliance of First Ladies & Gentlemen has advised 102 First Ladies and Gentlemen and their offices on programmatic and policy initiatives.

“First Ladies and Gentlemen have untapped potential. Their influence tends to unfold behind the scenes, but their power is real.”

— Cora Neumann

Founder and Chair, Global Alliance of First Ladies & Gentlemen

Partners

Development programs are most effective when designed in close partnership with local and regional leaders, including First Ladies and Gentlemen. Since 2009, our team has enabled partnerships between First Ladies and Gentlemen's offices and governments, foundations, businesses, non-profits, and other international and regional actors in their efforts to advance the Sustainable Development Goals and gender equality.