PRIME MINISTER JACINDA ARDERN

Almost everything about Ardern’s term as prime minister has broken boundaries when it comes to engagement. New Zealand’s top leadership positions have generally always had a level of relatability few other countries can imagine, but Ardern has always made relating to the people a top priority. Stretching back to her days as a junior Labour MP, Ardern has constantly kept a close relationship with her constitutes – giving updates on Facebook Live and replying directly to messages.

In June 2018, Ardern made clear her capacity to be a working woman and a mother was nothing out of the