Anne Firth Murray

Anne Firth Murray is a prominent lecturer at Stanford University, where she has been teaching since 2001. She specializes in courses related to women's health and human rights, including International Women's Health and Human Rights and Love as a Force for Social Justice. As the founding president of the Global Fund for Women, established in 1987, Anne has dedicated her career to advocating for women's rights globally. Her extensive experience includes philanthropic efforts at the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation and roles at the United Nations. Anne has authored two influential books: Paradigm Found: Leading and Managing for Positive Change and From Outrage to Courage: The Unjust and Unhealthy Situation of Women in Poorer Countries and What They Are Doing About It. In recognition of her contributions to women's health and philanthropy, she was nominated as one of a thousand women for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005. Through her teaching and advocacy, Anne continues to inspire change and promote social justice for women worldwide.