Sarah E. Turberville

Executive Director

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Sarah E. Turberville is Executive Director of the International Association of Women Judges. Sarah is an expert on access to justice and fair courts in the U.S. and has worked extensively with state and federal judges to advance meaningful legal reform to protect the rights of the most vulnerable members of society. She has previously led programs on criminal justice and democratic institutions at the Project On Government Oversight, The Constitution Project, and the American Bar Association, and has also worked as a public defender, served as adjunct faculty at the University of Maryland, and as a law clerk to the defense bar before the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague. Sarah is a graduate of Tulane Law School and a member of the Maryland Bar.



Jane Charles-Voltaire, Esq (she/her)

Deputy Executive Director

Jane Charles-Voltaire, Esq. is the IAWJ Deputy Executive Director. Jane has almost 15 years of experience in international law and international program management. Before joining the IAWJ, Jane worked in Haiti for four years as local counsel for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID/Haiti). In addition, Jane has extensive on the ground experience through her work in the non-profit sector, she worked for two years with Viva Rio, an innovative Brazilian non-profit organization, implementing projects in the health, community security, education and environment sectors within Port-au-Prince. 

Jane earned her B.A. in Romance Languages and Literature from Wesleyan University and her J.D. from Temple University's Beasley School of Law.

Anne T. Goldstein

Curriculum and Program Development Director

Anne Tierney Goldstein is a Senior Advisor to the IAWJ. Over many years she has had the honor of working with IAWJ members from all over the world to develop and implement judicial training curricula involving discrimination and gender-based violence, property rights, rights within families, employment discrimination and sexual harassment, sextortion, human trafficking, and the rights of LGBTQI persons. She has taught international women’s human rights law at the graduate and undergraduate level at Georgetown.

Amie Lewis (she/her)

Senior Programs Officer

Amie Lewis is the Senior Program Officer leading the Women in Leadership in Law (WILIL) initiative at the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ). She designs and implements programs that advance gender equality and strengthen women’s leadership in judicial systems across Africa, Latin America, and Asia, collaborating with judges’ associations and high-level stakeholders to drive institutional reforms. Amie oversees program operations, monitoring and evaluation, and co-hosts Justice Beyond the Bench, a podcast amplifying women’s voices in the judiciary. She has directed pro bono initiatives, implemented court reforms, and developed technology-driven solutions to expand access to justice and support survivors of gender-based violence. Amie previously worked as a certified paralegal in private and public firms and is a former AmeriCorps VISTA, where she focused on mediation, policy, and community engagement. She holds a B.A. in Political Science and an M.A. in Women’s Studies.



Nephtaly Pierre-Louis

Senior Communications and Membership Officer

Nephtaly Pierre-Louis serves as Senior Communications and Membership Officer at the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ). In this role, he oversees global communications strategy, membership engagement, and outreach across 50+ national chapters. Prior to joining IAWJ as staff, he worked as Project Outreach Coordinator for the USAID-funded BEST project on human trafficking, co-implemented by the Association in Haiti. He holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from Taiwan and is fluent in Haitian Creole, French, and English. His professional experience spans international development, multilateral cooperation, and capacity-building, with a strong commitment to advancing human rights, gender justice, and youth empowerment.

Talia Soledad Quiroz Cossio (she/her)

Communications Officer

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Talia Quiroz Cossio is the Communications Officer at the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ), where she leads the organization’s digital strategy, branding, and content creation. She manages IAWJ’s website and global social media presence, ensuring that all communications reflect the mission of advancing gender equality in the judiciary. With years of experience in social media management, data analysis, and creative storytelling, Talia develops strategies that strengthen engagement with members, partners, and global audiences. She also contributes to the Women in Leadership in Law (WILIL) Initiative, supporting communication efforts and strategic planning to amplify women judges’ voices worldwide.

Ayra Soliman

WILIL Program Coordinator 

Ayra Soliman is a second-year law student at San Beda University and an intern with the International Association of Women Judges. She is deeply committed to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment, with a particular focus on integrating gender-sensitive perspectives in legal research, policy, and advocacy. Her interests also include supporting the rights of indigenous peoples, farmers, and fisherfolk, especially where these intersect with women’s rights. Ayra brings strong research, writing, and organizational skills, and is keen on strengthening gender justice through the synergy of international legal advocacy and grassroots work.

Mariana Rivas

WILIL Fellow

Mariana Rivas is a Mexican lawyer specialized in criminal and international law, with experience in gender-based violence litigation, human rights protection, and corporate advisory. A graduate of Panamerican University in Mexico, she has provided legal assistance in different criminal cases and advised both victims and corporations on compliance, migration, and transnational matters. Her international experience includes participation in legal and diplomatic initiatives focused on justice, equality, and the rule of law.  



Queenie Millen Aballen

Communications Coordinator  

Queenie Millen Aballe is currently pursuing her law degree at San Beda University Manila. Her dedication to human rights and gender justice is deeply rooted in her grassroots leadership with the Philippine Red Cross, where she spearheaded vital forums and workshops focused on humanitarian initiatives, and women empowerment. She is a dedicated team member, who helps drive international outreach by harmonizing global communications and collaborating on projects that connect and inform the community. Queenie brings a robust background in stakeholder engagement and digital marketing to her role, having previously executed large-scale online campaigns and leveraged CRM systems to forge lasting client relationships in the corporate sector. Her profound academic focus on public international law, crisis management, and human rights advocacy perfectly complements her mission to amplify and connect women across the legal field.

Claudia Nyamusi Momanyi

Legal and WILIL Program Coordinator

Claudia Nyamusi Momanyi serves as the 2026 Summer Legal Intern and WILIL Coordinator at the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ), where she supports research and advocacy initiatives advancing women’s rights and leadership across diverse jurisdictions. Claudia is a trained lawyer and mediator with practical experience in litigation, dispute resolution, and client advisory. She holds an undergraduate law degree from Kabarak University and is currently undertaking the Advocates Training Program at the Kenya School of Law. She is currently working at Anassi Momanyi & Co. Advocates and serving as a Mediator with FIDA-Kenya, where she manages active cases, prepares legal pleadings and court submissions, and facilitates mediation and settlement processes for women and vulnerable groups. She is passionate about strengthening equitable legal systems and amplifying women’s voices through policy, community engagement, and advocacy.