Leadership

Nurturing human nature: move beyond divisive leadership 

Many leadership models are based on competition and self-interest, creating hierarchical structures centred around charismatic individuals or small groups. Increasingly, political leaders gain power by inciting fear, hatred, and division — which in turn erodes societal collaboration and public trust. 

Thinking in systems: enable innovation and collaboration 

Many governments reward transactional leadership where loyalty, years of service, and short-term gains often determine career progression. These leadership styles often rely on rigid, siloed decision-making that can stifle  innovation, adaptive approaches, and the collaboration needed to solve complex challenges. 

Being distributive and regenerative by design: overcome barriers to inclusive policymaking 

Government leadership often lacks diversity: three quarters of the world's parliamentarians are men. Marginalised groups, including women of colour, Indigenous Peoples, and individuals from low-income backgrounds, are severely under-represented. 

This homogeneity narrows the perspectives and lived experiences that are ultimately reflected in policymaking, which therefore often fails to address inequality or prioritise ecological and social wellbeing.