GWL Voices is an organization of 75 women leaders from around the world committed to building a gender-equal international system that advances sustainable development, peace, security, and human rights.

Our mission

Leveraging our voices and experience, to shape and rally global leaders and public opinion in the pursuit of building a gender-equal international system, placing women’s rights and transformative power at the center.

Our vision

To serve as a reputable and trusted source to influence leaders and decision-makers in the transformation of global governance towards a fairer, effective, and gender-equal international system.

Our values

  • Integrity

    Upholding the principles of honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct in all endeavors.

  • Diversity

    By embracing diverse perspectives and nurturing an inclusive environment that respects and values every voice and contribution and by combatting all forms of discrimination.

  • Cooperation and Partnership

    Stimulating collaboration to trigger collective action for positive change in the international system.

  • Intergenerational co-creation and learning

    Including and valuing the voices, knowledge, and perspectives of younger generations across the work and advocacy of GWLvoices.

  • Sustainability

    Aligning the organization with long-term viability, and environmental responsibility, fostering resilience, innovation, and positive societal impact.

Team

Fernando Blasco

Board Adviser Consultant

Juli Blasco

Chief of Operations

Claudia Briones

Women in Politics Project Manager & Collaborator

Evanna Corona

Climate Change and Financial Architecture Consultant

Montserrat Donoso

Community Manager Consultant

Alba Gavaliugov Méndez

HerTurn Coordinator and Research Adviser

Natalia Menvielle Labourdette

Administration and Office Manager

Andrea Ortega Carreño

Strategy and Communications Specialist

Nat Pastor Aguirrezábal

Head of Communications

Salma S.

Assistant

Board

Helen Clark

Founder

Former Prime Minister of New Zealand. Former Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme.

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Irina Bokova

Founder

Former Director-General of UNESCO. Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria.

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Susana Malcorra

President, Founder

Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Worship of the Argentina Republic and Chief of Staff of the Secretary General of the United Nations.

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Cristina Gallach

Secretary

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Executive director

María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés

Executive Director

President of the 73rd session of the UN General Assembly. Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of National Defence of Ecuador.

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Partnerships

At GWL Voices, we build strong partnerships to promote women’s leadership in multilateralism. By fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing, we connect women advocates globally, pushing for national and international actions that empower women and create pathways for leadership in global decision-making. Together, we advance gender equality on the world stage.

transparency & accountability

At GWL Voices, we are committed to transparency and accountability in all our actions. We believe that openness builds trust and strengthens our mission. In this section, you can find detailed information about our donors, as well as access to our financial statements. We ensure that every contribution supports our work to advance women's leadership and multilateralism with the highest standards of integrity and responsibility.

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2024 annual report

Our annual report provides a comprehensive overview of GWL Voices' efforts and achievements throughout the year. It highlights our initiatives, partnerships, and progress in advancing women's leadership in multilateralism. The report also offers transparent insights into our activities, financials, and the impact we've made globally.

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