AMB. SHIRLEY MURPHY
Global Transformational Leader • Media Entrepreneur • Humanitarian Advocate • 21X Bestselling Author
Ambassador Shirley Murphy is a globally recognized transformational leader whose visionary work spans media, publishing, fashion, leadership development, humanitarian advancement, and women’s empowerment. She is the Founder and Global President of the Humanitarian Leaders Network (HLN),a registered organization in the United States and Nigeria, representing a rapidly growing community of purpose-driven individuals, humanitarians, nonprofit founders, policymakers, and professionals dedicated to driving sustainable social change across the world.
Through HLN, Shirley is redefining what humanitarian leadership looks like in the 21st century. Her mission is clear: to empower communities, strengthen leadership capacity, and build systems that promote dignity, equity, and inclusive development. Under her leadership, HLN has become a trusted platform for collaboration, youth engagement, women’s empowerment, SDG-focused impact, and global humanitarian advancement.
A MULTI-SECTOR CHANGEMAKER
Shirley Murphy is the Publisher of Global Labour Events and Business Magazine (GLEBM), a leading international media brand that spotlights leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, women’s advancement, humanitarian impact, and enterprise development.
Initially launched as a niche publication focused on labor and trade union reportage, GLEBM has evolved into a powerful global voice that amplifies thought leaders, innovators, policymakers, and changemakers across sectors. Through GLEBM, Shirley documents stories that inspire transformation, bridge communities, and shift global narratives.
She is also the creator and host of the Forge to Thrive TV Show, a dynamic platform where she engages global leaders, authors, executives, entrepreneurs, and influencers in deep conversations about purpose, resilience, identity, and leadership. Her compelling interviewing style, insight-driven questions, and strong media presence have positioned her as a trusted voice for emerging leaders across continents.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP WITH A MISSION
As the CEO of Dani’s Clothing and More, Shirley merges fashion, culture, and empowerment. Her brand celebrates womanhood through creativity, identity, heritage, and style, reflecting her belief that fashion is a powerful tool for storytelling, economic empowerment, and cultural pride.
Her entrepreneurial initiatives consistently integrate purpose, community impact, and innovation, establishing her as a leader who builds businesses that transform lives.
A CHAMPION FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS
Shirley’s commitment to women’s empowerment is deeply personal and mission-driven. She is the Founder of two transformational platforms:
1. Women Reach Out with God Initiative (WROWGI)
A faith-driven empowerment organization nurturing women’s spiritual transformation, personal development, and leadership growth. Through mentorship, outreach, training, and humanitarian programs, WROWGI equips women to rise, heal, and lead with courage and conviction.
2. She Rise Academy International
A global learning and empowerment institute offering online and in-person leadership development, entrepreneurship training, vocational skills, mentorship programs, and personal growth resources for women and girls. The academy empowers young women to unlock opportunities, build capacity, and make global impact.
Through these platforms, Shirley has mentored and trained hundreds of women across nations, helping them develop confidence, pursue purpose, build sustainable businesses, and become impactful leaders in ministry, corporate spaces, nonprofits, and their local communities.
AUTHOR, THERAPIST, AND GLOBAL THOUGHT LEADER
A 21-times international bestselling author, Shirley Murphy has written and co-authored multiple globally celebrated works that have inspired thousands across the world. Her writing/ Speaking explores themes of:
- Purpose
- Leadership
- Identity
- Healing
- Resilience
- Personal transformation
- Legacy
Her books empower women to embrace their voice, rediscover their identity, heal from past limitations, and rise into their God-given purpose. Her anthology projects have created global platforms for emerging authors to share their stories and step confidently into influence.
Her counseling and therapeutic leadership work further reflect her dedication to personal transformation, healing, and wholeness.
A GLOBAL LEADER SHAPING THE FUTURE
Across all her initiatives, HLN, GLEBM Magazine, GLEBM Communications, Forge to Thrive TV Show, She Rise Academy, WROWGI, and her humanitarian engagements, Shirley Murphy stands as a global force for impact, driven by faith, compassion, purpose, and excellence.
Her leadership continues to inspire a new generation of world-changers, empowering them to rise boldly, serve humanity, build legacy, and transform their communities.
Amb. Shirley Murphy
Global Transformational Leader
Founder & CEO, GLEBM Communications
Founder & Global President, Humanitarian Leaders Network (HLN)
International Speaker. Mentor/Trainer. Author • Media Personality • Advocate for Women & Girls
