The British Council have asked us to consider: What is the most powerful example of leadership you have seen in your own country? In answering the question, I have written an ode to a leader I've never met, but who's impact I have admired from afar. I am inspired by Ruth Hunt and her leadership … Continue reading Powerful leadership at Stonewall →

We have been asked to identify: What are the three leadership characteristics which will be essential in your country in the near future? I have cheated, and picked four characteristics I believe are essential. Leaders must have both a passion and commitment for delivering a better world. To be a good leader, you should be motivated … Continue reading Essential leadership characteristics →

My take on the question: What are the key future challenges that policy leadership in your country will need to respond to? The fourth industrial revolution. There is no doubt that we are in the midst of a technology revolution. Driven by new technology and our increasingly digital world, the pace of global change is … Continue reading Three big policy challenges →

Ahead of the Future Leaders Connect programme, we were asked to consider the following question: It’s 70 years since the universal declaration of human rights was proclaimed by the United Nations, but are our human rights better protected today than in 1948? It is a good question, with no easy answer. While there is plenty to … Continue reading Children’s rights as human rights →

Hello, my name is Martha and I am Head of Government Relations, Save the Children UK. I have lots of experience of leading successful domestic and international advocacy campaigns and am well networked across UK politics and the corporate, international development and child rights sectors. At Save the Children, I lead a team to deliver … Continue reading A bit about me →