Leymah Gbowee becomes a trustee of the Carnegie Corporation, joining a major U.S. philanthropic foundation.
On January 1, 2014, Leymah Gbowee joined the Board of Trustees of the Carnegie Corporation of New York, contributing her insights and expertise to a prominent philanthropic organization in the United States. Her appointment was not only a testament to her global influence as a peace advocate but also reaffirmed her status as a key figure in promoting education, peace, and development initiatives globally. Within this role, Gbowee provided strategic direction to the foundation’s efforts in supporting international peace-building efforts, educational programs, and fostering leadership capabilities in diverse communities.