Since stepping down, Jacinda Ardern embraces a new chapter at Harvard, marrying personal connections with her political philosophy, as she argues for empathy to tackle international issues.
Jacinda Ardern Advocates for Empathy in Global Leadership
Jacinda Ardern Advocates for Empathy in Global Leadership
In her memoir, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand urges world leaders to prioritize kindness, reflecting on her time in office.
Jacinda Ardern, the former prime minister of New Zealand, has embarked on a new journey, one that emphasizes the importance of empathy in leadership. Now a fellow at Harvard University, Ardern recently published her memoir titled "A Different Kind of Power," wherein she advocates for kindness as a necessary trait in political leadership during tumultuous times.
Spotted in a cafe in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Ardern, clad in a chic New Zealand designer outfit, exudes warmth and approachability. She reminisced about her time in office, which came to a close in 2023, before diving into her new life that includes a recent marriage to Clarke Gayford and moments spent with her young daughter.
The backdrop of her new life is marked by the continuing legal challenges faced by Harvard, embroiled in a dispute concerning antisemitism allegations linked to the Trump administration. As a significant voice against former President Trump during her tenure, Ardern is now publishing her ideas on fostering empathy in relation to the ongoing crises the world is facing.
In candid conversations, Ardern reflected on the challenges of public life, stating she is grateful for the anonymity her new surroundings afford, allowing her daughter to develop a deeper understanding of her mother’s past role without being overwhelmed by it.
As the world continues to grapple with divisions, Ardern remains hopeful that her message of leading with empathy will strike a chord amid current global tensions, despite uncertainties about its reception.
