Chapter 11
The Worrier Who Led Anyway
Jacinda Ardern, New Zealand
Jacinda Ardern and three-month-old Neve at the United Nations, September 2018.
Video from euronews, in English. Open it on YouTube
Think about it
Should a leader be judged by her goals, by her results or by how she handled emergencies? Which would you weigh most?
More questions from this chapter
- Leaving something you love. Jacinda left the church she grew up in because its teachings didn’t match her values. Have you ever had to choose between belonging and believing?
- Walking away. She resigned while she still had the job and the support to keep it. Would you have stayed or gone?
Your turn: Think of a trait you usually see as a weakness, like nervousness, shyness or caring too much. How might it actually help you?
For parents and teachers: these videos come from news organizations and official channels. You may want to watch first with younger readers.