The Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa (GPFA) was established by Liberian peace activist, trained social worker, and Nobel Peace Laureate Leymah Gbowee. After winning the Nobel Peace Prize, Leymah established the Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa, which seeks to raise the next generation of peacebuilders and democratic leaders for Liberia and West Africa. Gbowee provides opportunities in 3 key areas to women and youth to ensure that future generations in Liberia are peaceful, reconciled, and empowered. These program areas are Education, Leadership, Community Empowerment.
GPFA Executive Director Sarah Jewell will sit down with IIHS World Café Curator Tiffany Hayes on September 16th at noon Central US Time (GMT-5) and share the history of the Gbowee Peace Foundation Africa. All are welcome to join by registering in advance using the link below. The event will be held in English without interpretation.
