Jacinda Ardern is a New Zealand politician who served as the Prime Minister from October 2017 to January 2023. She is a member of the Labour Party and became the youngest female head of government in the world when she took office at the age of 37. Ardern is known for her compassionate leadership style and her focus on issues such as child poverty, climate change, and mental health. During her tenure, Ardern gained international recognition for her response to the Christchurch mosque shootings in March 2019, where she emphasized unity and compassion. She also led New Zealand through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing strict measures to protect public health.