Why is character important for leadership?
Good character powers ethical and effective leadership. Character is at the core of who we are as people – a mosaic of personal qualities that are developed over time and govern how we consistently perceive, think, feel, and act.
At the Oxford Character Project, we focus on the human dynamics of leadership and the qualities of character that drive leadership performance in a world of complexity and uncertainty. Character enables leaders to build trust, think with clarity, engage with diverse perspectives, empower others, exercise judgment, make hard decisions, and persevere through difficult times.
Our research
We drive world-class interdisciplinary research on character and leadership and build academic capacity worldwide.
Our educational programmes
We invest in human potential, providing award-winning education programmes that equip students with dispositions and habits to help them achieve their goals, engage global challenges, and further the good of society.
Our partnerships
We are leading a movement for character-based leadership through strategic partnerships, thought leadership, and the development of research-based programmes and resources for business, government, sports, and society.
