Allyson Maynard Gibson KC (born 11 January 1957)[1] is a Bahamian barrister, politician, and community rights advocate, particularly with regard to laws affecting women and children.

[5] Over the years, her work has included significant legal reforms, such as statutory maternity leave with guaranteed employment upon return to the workplace after confinement, protecting the identities of rape victims and domestic violence and sexual harassment laws.

[13] She has been associated with many voluntary groups including the Chance Foundation (working on education reform), the Anglican Church Women, the Bahamas Women's Forum and, as founding director, the Yellow Elder Community Library Association and the Senior Citizen's Centre.

[27] My mother, Zoe, Lady Maynard, served in World War II,[28] was the first female juror in the Bahamas and was a trade unionist, among other community involvement.

Also my husband Max, whose family also continues to be involved in public service, is a tower of strength,' said Senator Maynard-Gibson.

[13] In 2013, she featured on a list celebrating the top 100 women of influence from diverse backgrounds working in fields ranging from government to philanthropy across the major international financial centres (IFCs).

[29] The following year she was named again on a similar list, "The 2014 IFC Power Women Top 200", which focuses on influencers and professionals, and "recognises women of achievement who are opinion formers, helping to promote business excellence in their home jurisdiction and consolidating the reputations of the financial services industry globally.