Honorary Degrees and Awards
Helen Clark is recipient of numerous honorary degrees and awards for her work in human and sustainable development, climate action, and gender equality.
The University of Sydney
Sydney/Australia
In December 2017, The University of Sydney awarded Helen Clark with a Doctor of Laws Honorary Doctorate. “Helen Clark has been an inspiration for women on both sides of the Tasman, and around the world, for decades,” said Chancellor of the University Belinda Hutchinson AM. Read the full article here.
Carleton University
Ottawa/Canada
On 12th of June 2018 Helen Clark was awarded the degree Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, “in recognition of her role as an outstanding international leader committed to the values of equality and social empowerment.”
University of Alberta
Edmonton/Canada
On 14th of July 2018 Helen Clark received the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws for promoting equality and human rights.
IE University
Madrid/Spain
In July 2019 Helen Clark received IE University Medal Award for her contribution to the defence of environment and gender equality. Read the full article here.
University of Southampton
Southampton/United Kingdom
In August 2019 Helen Clark received an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from Southampton University for her actions as a global leader and her continued strong voice on sustainable development, climate action, gender equality, peace and justice, and global public health.
Australian National University
Canberra/Australia
On 10th December 2019, Helen Clark was awarded a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, for her contribution to politics, international affairs, women's empowerment, development issues and environmental sustainability.
THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
Toronto/Canada
Helen Clark is recipient of the Honorary Degree from the University of Toronto which was awarded to her and 13 other academic, business and community leaders in February 2023. “Through their outstanding contributions to their respective fields and beyond, these exceptional individuals have each made a tremendous impact on the world,” said U of T President Meric Gertler. More details on U of T News.
UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS
In June 2024, Helen Clark was awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Laws of the University of St Andrews in Scotland where. “It was a great honour to receive this recognition from one of the United Kingdom's most ancient and prestigious universities. It was founded in 1413.”
A full list of Helen Clark’s international commitments