Jacinda Ardern: Leading with Empathy

Jacinda Ardern, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, is celebrated for her empathetic leadership and decisive handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, making her a model leader worldwide. This documentary explores the influences that shaped her, from her personal life to her political career.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 384 pages
\n Publication date: 06 May 2021
\n Publisher: Oneworld Publications
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Jacinda Ardern, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, was elected in 2017 on a wave of popular enthusiasm known as 'Jacindamania'. In less than three months, she ascended from the position of deputy leader of the opposition to the highest office in New Zealand. Her victory was seen as heroic, as few in politics would have believed it possible, and even fewer would have guessed at her resolve and compassionate leadership, which was showcased in the wake of the horrific Christchurch mosque shootings in March 2019. Since then, her decisive handling of the COVID-19 pandemic has elevated her global standing to the point where she is celebrated as a model leader. In 2020, she secured an historic, landslide victory, and yet, characteristically, chose to govern in coalition with the Green Party.

Jacinda Ardern: Leading with Empathy delves into the various influences – personal, social, political, and emotional – that have shaped Ardern's journey. Peace activist and journalist Supriya Vani, in collaboration with writer Carl A. Harte, constructs their narrative through exclusive interviews with Ardern, as well as the prime minister's public statements, speeches, and the words of those who know her. The book takes readers on a journey, visiting the places, meeting the people, and understanding the events that propelled the daughter of a small-town Mormon policeman to become a committed social democrat, a passionate Labour Party politician, and a modern leader admired for her empathy and courage.

In conclusion, Jacinda Ardern's rise to prominence as a leader has been remarkable. Her ability to lead with empathy and compassion has earned her international acclaim and admiration. Through her personal experiences, social influences, political journey, and emotional resilience, Ardern has demonstrated that leadership can be both decisive and compassionate, making a positive impact on the lives of people around the world. Her story serves as an inspiration to leaders everywhere, reminding us that with the right to be an empathetic leader, we can create a better future for ourselves and those we serve.

\n Weight: 620g\n
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 41 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780861540303\n \n