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Deepening democracy: why elections with integrity matter

Kofi Annan

“When citizens go to the polls and cast their votes, they aspire not only to elect their leaders, but to choose a direction for their nation.”

Kofi Annan warns that while elections with integrity can bolster democracy, flawed elections can undermine it. In this blog, he discusses the importance of electoral integrity and how it can be strengthened at local, transnational and international levels.

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Guest blog Emad Karim,

Will the revolution betray the women of Egypt?

Emad Karim

"Since the first sparks of the revolution, women have defied national stereotypes."

Emad Karim, a young Egyptian who took part in a debate with the Elders during their visit to Cairo in October 2012, blogs about the challenges facing women in Egypt's patriarchal society, arguing that men and boys should be actively involved in the campaign for equality.

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Egypt in transition: Elders visit Cairo

In October 2012 the Elders travelled to Cairo for the second part of their Middle East visit. They met President Morsi, religious leaders, young people and civil society representatives, expressing their support for Egypt’s democratic transition and encouraging all Egyptians to join the spirited debate about their country’s future.

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Elders to Egyptian youth: "You are the future"

“It took us 12 years to write a constitution. Don't underestimate what you have done.” Jimmy Carter

Last week, to conclude their two-day visit to Cairo, the Elders took part in a televised discussion with young Egyptians on the momentous events that have changed their country – and their hopes and expectations for what comes next.

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The Elders begin two-day visit to Egypt

Gro Harlem Brundtland, Jimmy Carter and Mary Robinson offer encouragement and support for an inclusive democratic transition.

In the second part of their trip to the Middle East, The Elders are in Egypt for two days to meet President Morsi, senior officials, religious leaders and members of civil society. Arriving in Cairo, they praised the Egyptians for their success in using non-violent protest to bring about sweeping political changes, and expressed their support for the country’s democratic transition.

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Elders blog Martti Ahtisaari,

Soldiers, politicians and constitutions: Why it matters to all Egyptians to get the relationship right

Martti Ahtisaari

“Egypt has a people who are passionate about the future of their country – and refuse any longer to be taken for granted.”

Martti Ahtisaari considers some of the key challenges facing the emerging Egyptian democracy, and argues that the there is an opportunity for a national dialogue that can lead to a new constitution meeting the needs and aspirations of all members of society.

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The Elders congratulate Aung San Suu Kyi ahead of her appearance in parliament in Burma/Myanmar

“We pray that Aung San Suu Kyi and her country are now on a path to freedom”
– Desmond Tutu

After pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi was elected to parliament in Burma/Myanmar, The Elders welcome the positive reforms taking place and announce that Daw Suu Kyi will be stepping down as an honorary Elder, in line with the requirement that members of The Elders should not hold public office.

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