Atlas of Leadership - Navigating Academic Legacies, Gender and Generations by Edit Gyenge

Amidst an age where leadership commands the spotlight on the world stage, The Atlas of Leadership presents an insightful expedition into the profiles of heads of state. Through an interactive map, this journey unfurls, delving into the intriguing narratives of these leaders, highlighting their educational origins, gender dynamics, and generational influences. This endeavor seeks to comprehensively examine the academic underpinnings, generational dynamics, and gender inclusivity among global heads of state, as of August 11, 2023. The data was meticulously collated from reputable sources, encompassing official presidential websites, news articles, and well-regarded Wikipedia entries.
Centering on heads of state instead of heads of government, this undertaking presents a unique perspective, clarifying the clear mandates granted by the people. In many countries worldwide, heads of state rise to power through the direct vote of the people.
The map illustrates the prevalence of specific academic disciplines in the professional background of heads of state, while also allowing the reader to discern universities that have produced a higher number of current heads of state.