We are proud to announce our new Advisory Board, who will support the bold vision of our co-CEOs and be a trusted sounding board to our Senior Leadership Team and Board of Directors.

The initial members of our Advisory Board are based across the United States and Kenya and will serve a 3-year term, lending their expertise in impact evaluation, communications, program design, and resource mobilization.

“As we celebrate 15 years of She’s the First in 2025, it is a critical time of reflection and strategizing for a resilient future.” shares Kate Kiama, co-CEO. “Our Advisors will help us navigate important decisions and opportunities ahead of us.” Tammy Tibbetts adds, “Serving on a non-profit board is a tremendous gift of one’s time, talents, and networks, and we are so grateful these incredible women are leading the way with us!”

She’s the First is a registered nonprofit in both Kenya and the U.S.

Our Advisory Board members based in Kenya are:

• Larrissa Bachia, Director of Programs & Partnerships at IDEO.org

• Jane Maina, Co-Founder & Board Chair, Community Education and Empowerment Centre

• Kazi Mghendi, Founder, Elimu Fanaka Initiative + Team Lead, The Girl Child & Her Long Walk to Freedom

• Corazon Sefu Wandimi, Managing Director of Edelman Kenya

The Advisory Board members based in the U.S. are:

• Clara Desalvo, feminist evaluation, impact and learning specialist

• Dr. Brittany Nwachuku, Assistant Professor of Social Work

• Alana Rockland, Managing Director of Earned Media, Real Chemistry

We will continue to grow our Advisory Board to meet the evolving needs of She’s the First. If you are an executive or senior leader interested in opportunities to serve, please reach out to info@shesthefirst.org.