Helen Clark

Former Prime Minister of New Zealand

Former Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Helen Clark, born in 1950 in Hamilton, New Zealand, is a distinguished politician who served as the 37th Prime Minister of New Zealand from 1999 to 2008, becoming the country's first female prime minister. Under her leadership, New Zealand made significant progress in social welfare, environmental policies, and sustainable development.

In 2009, she was appointed as the Administrator of UNDP, becoming the first woman to hold this position. During her tenure, she worked tirelessly on global poverty reduction, environmental protection, and sustainable development, contributing significantly to the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

She has also actively engaged in advocating for global gender equality and women's empowerment. Helen Clark has received numerous international awards and honors for her outstanding contributions in international affairs and public service.