Jordan Hewson, born on May 10, 1989, in Dublin, Ireland, is the eldest daughter of U2 frontman Bono (Paul David Hewson) and activist Ali Hewson. Raised in a family deeply committed to social causes, Jordan has carved her own path as a tech entrepreneur and advocate for civic engagement.
After earning a degree in political science from Columbia University, Jordan founded Speakable, a technology company aimed at bridging the gap between news consumption and civic action. The platform enables readers to engage directly with social issues by taking actions such as signing petitions or contacting policymakers, all within the context of the news articles they read. Speakable has collaborated with organizations like Amnesty International, Planned Parenthood, and ONE, the anti-poverty nonprofit co-founded by her father.
Jordan’s commitment to social activism reflects the values instilled by her parents. Her mother, Ali Hewson, is known for her work in environmental and social causes, including co-founding the ethical fashion brand EDUN. Jordan’s siblings have also pursued creative and socially conscious careers: her sister Eve is an actress, and her brother Elijah is the lead singer of the band Inhaler.
While Jordan maintains a relatively private personal life, her professional endeavors continue to make an impact in the intersection of technology and social change.
For more insights into Jordan Hewson’s perspectives and her relationship with her father, you might find the following interview enlightening.
Bono and Ali have done such great work it’s nice to see their daughter also doing work to help people.