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The EJS Center was founded to be a catalyst for change across Africa, by helping unleash its most abundant untapped power - its women. 📍Monrovia 🇱🇷 ejscenter.org

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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
29% Cabinet. 23% National Assembly. 31% Senate. Progress for women leaders in Kenya? Yes. Real political power? Not yet. What does real influence & authority beyond representation look like? Last week, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf joined Kenyan leaders for #CountryTalksKenya ejscenter.org/former-presi...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Are you attending the #AUSummit2026? Tomorrow at 15:00–16:30 EAT, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf & Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will sit down together for a conversation on women, power & leadership in Africa. For those in Addis Ababa, don't miss it! Fun fact: Did you know they share the same birthday?
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
#Throwback - 12 Feb 2018. Our founder, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, became the 1st woman to receive the Mo Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership. Her legacy guides our work each day as we push for #GapZero, closing the gender gap in public leadership across Africa @mo.ibrahim.foundation
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That's What She Does (TWSD) @thatswhatshedoes.com · 09/02/2026
Africa’s first elected female head of state, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, continues to advocate for #genderequity & values-based #leadership through the @ejscenter.bsky.social – which supports African women seeking public office – @forbes.com #womenempowerment #equality #womeninleadership #womeninpolitics
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf On Leading With Values And The Power Of Women
Former President of Liberia Ellen Johnson Sirleaf's mission is to build a generation of African women leaders who will lead with strength, empathy and integrity.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Today, we’re spotlighting some of the powerful words of our Founder, Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf; words that continue to inspire leadership, courage, and change across Africa and beyond. Which of these quotes speaks to you the most? Comment the number (1–4) and tell us why.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
This week, we continue to celebrate the legacy of our Founder, Ma Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, as we commemorate 20 years since her inauguration as Africa’s first democratically elected woman President. Her journey to the presidency was decades in the making. Image credits: AP, Nic Bothma c/o EPA, NYT
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
On this day, 20yrs ago, Africa made history with the inauguration of Ma Ellen Johnson Sirleaf as the continent’s first democratically elected woman President. Her leadership reshaped what was possible for women across Africa. 20yrs later, the legacy lives on. Credits: AP, TRTWorld, TIME
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Congratulations to Amujae Leader Sahar Albazar on her election to the Egyptian House of Representatives (2025–2030)! The EJS Center celebrates her continued leadership, dedication to public service, and commitment to advancing women’s voices in public life.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
News on the EJS Center Blog! 🇨🇲 Why are women still missing from key decision-making spaces in Cameroon? Our latest piece breaks down the systemic barriers limiting women’s public leadership in Cameroon and highlights the leaders pushing for change. Read more: ejscenter.org/the-truth-ab...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
This #WorldAIDSDay, we remember that the fight against HIV/AIDS is a fight for gender equality. Women and girls still face disproportionate risks and barriers to care. Our Founder has been a long time champion of resilient health systems, reminding us that public leadership saves lives.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
During #16Days, the EJS Center stands with the global movement to end violence against women & girls. Digital attacks threaten women’s leadership. Ratify AU-CEVAWG so women can participate safely, visibly, and without fear. 🟠 #EndVAW #WomenLead
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
What are the odds? For Africa’s only 2 democratically elected female presidents to share the same birthday! Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia were both born on October 29. We continue to wish them a very happy birthday! 📷New Era Namibia
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Happy Birthday, Secretary @hillaryclinton.bsky.social !  Today, we celebrate an extraordinary leader whose lifelong commitment to advancing women’s rights and leadership continues to inspire us all. With gratitude for your steadfast support to the EJS Center and our Amujae Leaders.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
We honor the life and legacy of Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, Former First Lady of Ghana. Our thoughts are with our Amujae Leader, Hon. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, and the entire family during this time of loss.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
We extend heartfelt congratulations to Rt. Hon. Helen Clark on her appointment as Board Chair of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. In 2020, she & Madam Sirleaf, co-chaired the Independent Panel for Pandemic Prevention and Response We celebrate this new leadership and look forward to continued impact
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Japan makes history with the appointment of its first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi. We extend warm congratulations to Prime Minister Takaichi on this groundbreaking achievement, a defining moment for women’s political leadership in Japan and across the world. 📷 courtesy: Associated Press
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Last week, Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf met with 11 exceptional Liberian high school students who recently completed RENOVATE, an immersive youth development and innovation program under the Liberia Support Program (LSP), one of the flagship initiatives of the EJS Center.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
#WorldStatisticsDay We are reminded that high-quality, accessible data is not just about numbers. Data drives decisions. With the right data, we can eliminate gender parity and accelerate #GapZero, a future where women lead at every level of public life. Explore our Data Hub ejscenter.org/data-hub/
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Poverty eradication demands more than short-term relief. It requires dismantling systems that keep women from owning/controlling resources that shape their lives. #InternationalDayfortheEradicationofPoverty We reaffirm our mission to dismantle systems that perpetuate gender inequality
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
We join the world in celebrating María Corina Machado, 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her unwavering fight for democracy, human rights, and a peaceful transition of power in Venezuela.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Last week, the EJS Center hosted an engaging roundtable with representatives from Liberia’s leading universities to introduce its Oral History Program, an archival initiative dedicated to documenting the leadership and legacy of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
As part of our engagements during #UNGA80, we hosted a special documentary screening and conversation with Amujae Leader Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, MP (Ghana). This underscored the EJS Center’s commitment to amplifying women’s voices and documenting the journeys of African women in leadership.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
At UNGA80, the EJS Center convened a high-profile panel discussion and side-event, focused on closing the gender gap in public leadership across Africa. You can watch the full session via our YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/live/yk8Uq2h...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
“The objective was to design a building that captured the sense of humility, service to a people, grounded in cultural authenticity and great vision that symbolizes Madam Sirleaf’s work,” @MariamIssoufou, Lead Architect, African Women’s House ejscenter.org/ellen-johnso... www.mariamissoufou.com
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Statement of Solidarity with @open-society.bsky.social
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
20yrs of @clintonglobal.bsky.social & 20 years since Ma Ellen Sirleaf became 1st woman elected president in Liberia and in Africa. In this video, she and our COO, Jenelle Sirleaf, share how that journey gave birth to the EJS Center, and our boldest commitment yet: the African Women’s House
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
For 20 years, the Clinton Global Initiative has convened pioneers, changemakers, and global citizens. At #CGI2025, we were honored to announce a landmark Commitment to Action: the creation of the African Women’s House, the first Presidential Center built by a woman, for women.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
In a compelling op-ed for The Guardian, former African presidents Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and Sahle-Work Zewde emphasize the urgent need for strong female leadership in addressing today's global crises. Read the full article: www.theguardian.com/global-devel...
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Let women lead. From peacekeeping to hunger, health to climate, the world will benefit | Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and Sahle-Work Zewde
As former African presidents, we know the world has no need of more speeches. In a time of crisis, the UN must encourage strong female leadership
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
We’re going live from #UNGA80! The EJS Center’s side event, “Collaborative Action Towards #GapZero,” is happening today, September 26, 2025, 9:30AM EST (1:30 PM GMT) Not in New York? You still have the opportunity to join the conversation online via our Facebook and/or YouTube
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Big news from #CGI2025! We have launched a Commitment to Action to build the African Women’s House, a vision to create a first-of-its-kind pan-African hub where women leaders can learn, lead, and build the future together. Read more on our website: ejscenter.org/ellen-johnso...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf makes commitment to build the African Women’s House: A first-of-its-kind pan-African hub for women’s leadership - EJS Center
New York, September 25, 2025: At the Clinton Global Initiative’s 20th Anniversary meeting, the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women and Development (EJS Center) announced a landmark USD...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
An evening you don’t want to miss at #UNGA80 This Friday, step into the world of Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, MP (Ghana), an Amujae Leader redefining what it means to be a woman in African politics. 4:00 – 6:30 PM EST Midtown Manhattan RSVP: amujae-features-dr-zanetor.eventbrite.com
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
It’s almost time! The #GapZero Central Africa Regional Consultation starts today at 12:00 PM GMT. Join the conversation here: bit.ly/AfriqueCentr.... Simultaneous English–French interpretation will be available.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Want to connect with the Center? Meet the EJS Center Team at #UNGA80 Throughout the week, they will be engaging in various spaces to amplify women’s leadership and advance the call for #GapZero, a future where women and men share power equally in shaping public life.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Après l’Afrique de l’Est, Ouest et australe, c’est au tour de l’Afrique centrale de faire entendre sa voix. Le mardi 23 septembre 2025 à 12h00 GMT, nous organisons la Consultation régionale #GapZero pour l’Afrique centrale. Inscrivez-vous ici pour participer: bit.ly/AfriqueCentr...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
#GapZero Central Africa Regional Consultation East, West, and Southern Africa have already spoken. Now, it’s time for Central Africa to take the lead. On Tuesday, 23 September 2025 at 12:00 PM GMT, we will convene the #GapZero Central Africa Consultation Register here: bit.ly/AfriqueCentr...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
The EJS Center is delighted to host Amujae Features: A Documentary Screening and Conversation with Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings at #UNGA80! On Friday, September 26, 2025 (4:00 – 6:30 PM EST), at the Open Society Foundations in New York To RSVP: Amujae-Features-Dr-Zanetor.eventbrite.com
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
#UNGA80 Our side event: Collaborative Action Towards #GapZero, is set to take place on Friday, September 26, 2025 between 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST at the Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice. To RSVP: Collaborative-Action-Towards-GapZero.eventbrite.com
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
The conversation on closing the gender gap in public leadership has already begun in East and West Africa. Now, voices from the South will take center stage today at 2:00 PM SAST. Join the conversation to take action here: bit.ly/GapZero-Sout.... See you in a bit!
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: #GapZero Consultations: Southern Africa. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
The Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women and Development, Make Every Woman Count, and Akina Mama wa Afrika are organising a series of webinars for the five African regions (Central, Eas...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
The movement to close the gender gap in public leadership is gaining momentum across Africa. Now, it’s time for Southern Africa to take the stage. 15 September 2025 at 2:00 PM SAST Register here to join the conversation: bit.ly/GapZero-Sout...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
[EN] It's not too late to join us for the #GapZero West Africa Regional Consultation today. We kick-off at 11:00 AM GMT. Together, we’ll co-create bold solutions to advance women’s public leadership in Africa. Register now: bit.ly/WestAfrica-G... Interpretation in English & French available.
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: #GapZero Consultations: West Africa. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
The Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center, Make Every Woman Count, and Akina Mama wa Afrika are organising a series of webinars for the five African regions (Central, East, North, South and West A...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Nous organisons la Consultation régionale #GapZero pour l’Afrique de l’Ouest le mardi 9 septembre 2025 à 11h00 GMT afin d’élaborer un Manifeste continental pour accélérer l’égalité hommes-femmes dans le leadership public Inscrivez-vous ici pour participer : bit.ly/WestAfrica-G...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
In this edition of the Amujae Spotlight, we highlight the latest milestones and contributions of our leaders. Featured: Angèle Makombo, Anne Waiguru, Gladys Wanga
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
The EJS Center, in collaboration with Make Every Woman Count and Akina Mama wa Afrika, is now convening the #GapZero West Africa Regional Consultation on Tuesday, 9 September 2025 at 11:00 AM GMT. Register here to join the conversation: bit.ly/WestAfrica-G...
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
"Afrobarometer asked about the most important women-related issue, Ghanaians pointed to the lack of women in influential positions in government. This is a call to action" Josephine Sanny of @afrobarometer.bsky.social #CountryTalkGhana: Beyond Representation in Women's Public Leadership
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
“There is no system in place to help reserve space for women’s participation in politics. We need more male champions” Dr. Zanetor Agyeman - Rawlings , Amujae Leader #CountryTalkGhana: Beyond Representation in Women's Public Leadership
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
“When it comes to leadership, the first barrier is your mind. Women have to learn to say no to opportunities if it’s just for representation” Farida Bedwei, Amujae Leader #CountryTalkGhana: Beyond Representation in Women's Public Leadership
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
#CountryTalkGhana: Beyond Representation is underway in partnership with Afrobarometer. Moderated by Prof. Audrey Gadzekpo with Amujae Leaders, Farida Bedwei and Dr. Zanetor Agyeman - Rawlings, alongside Josephine Appiah-Nyamekye Sanny, Director of Communications, at @afrobarometer.bsky.social
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Today, the EJS Center, in partnership with @afrobarometer.bsky.social is hosting #CountryTalkGhana: Beyond Representation. The Country Talks series is a platform to spark dialogue on the persistent gender disparities in public leadership. Stay tuned.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center @ejscenter.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
We are convening high-level regional consultations to confront the systemic barriers that continue to limit women’s full participation in public life. Join us this Aug. 28 for the East Africa Consultation to co-develop the #GapZero Manifesto Register here: bit.ly/4fPazkU @amwaafrika.bsky.social
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