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Sri Lanka’s disturbing actions met by ‘deafening global silence’
… of critics is ‘terrifying’ See quotes from Desmond Tutu, Kofi Annan, Martti Ahtisaari, Lakhdar Brahimi and Mary … Allow domestic and international NGOs and media to carry out their work in Sri Lanka without …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders honour the memory of their Founder, Nelson Mandela
… a global icon of forgiveness and reconciliation” – Desmond Tutu The Elders are deeply saddened by the death of … with dear Madiba who brought us all together.” Media resources VIDEO – Nelson Mandela’s …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/12/2023 - 11:44
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Reflecting on Mandela’s mission and the global challenges ahead
… Jimmy Carter, Mary Robinson and Desmond Tutu visit London Three Elders are in London this week to … Barbican Centre Please contact Intelligence Squared for media access. Tuesday 3 July 2012 Private …
jonathan - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Freedom, truth, democracy: citizenship and common purpose
… Mandela – Madiba himself – and Archbishop Desmond Tutu , who chairs the group of Elders to which I … to tackle corruption and inequality. But the good news is that technological innovations can empower ordinary … government and local authorities accountable. Social media now provides the ability to connect individuals to the …
jonathan - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders call for fair elections and inclusive, peaceful transition in post-Mugabe Zimbabwe
… society activists, human rights defenders, independent media, religious organizations and academia are engaged on … Ahead of the 36th SADC Summit, Kofi Annan, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Graça Machel call on attending heads of state to …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders congratulate Aung San Suu Kyi ahead of her appearance in parliament in Burma/Myanmar
… Suu Kyi and her country are now on a path to freedom” – Desmond Tutu After pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi was … political prisoners, changes to labour laws, the lifting of media restrictions and the re-registration of the NLD. …
jonathan - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders call on Sri Lankan government to protect rights of civilians displaced by conflict
… reconciliation. Chair of The Elders, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, signed the letter on behalf of his fellow Elders, … for minority parties and opposition parties; allowing the media and NGOs to operate freely; and meaningful …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders to address the global ‘state of hope’ in a week of activity to mark Mandela Day
… and Nobel Peace laureate on the power of forgiveness and reconciliation in the struggle to overcome conflict. … to get involved too by sharing their thoughts on social media with #StateOfHope and by joining members of The Elders … News …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders call on Sri Lanka’s leaders to uphold constitutional law
… for the constitution.” ENDS For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of … in the South China Morning Post and the New Straits Times, Desmond Tutu and Mary Robinson warn that the world can’t afford …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Kofi Annan, Jimmy Carter and fellow Elders travel to South Africa for Nelson Mandela’s funeral
… they will join fellow Elders Graça Machel and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The entrepreneur Richard Branson and the musician … development and equality for girls and women. Media resources NEW VIDEO – “Nelson …
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