Empowering First Partners

The position of First Lady and Gentleman (First Partner) is one of the most influential and visible roles on the national and world stage. Yet, it comes without a job description or with any resources. We are their support.

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

102

First Ladies

300

Senior Advisors

Countries Represented

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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 Partners' Offices

Since 2009, GFLA has advised 102 First Ladies and their Offices on programmatic and policy initiatives.

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

— Cora Neumann

Founder, Global First Ladies Alliance

Partners

Development programs are most effective when designed in close partnership with local and regional leaders such as First Partners. Since 2009, our team has enabled partnerships between First Partners’ 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.