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To maintain trust in the multilateral system, leaders must step up and stand by their promises
… reflects on the importance of strong leadership and accountability in tackling global threats, affirming the … incredible power and legacy of such leadership with the sad news of the death of our dear friend and Elder Emeritus, … Media Releases …
Kate Flanagan - 02/16/2023 - 11:56
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Sri Lanka’s disturbing actions met by ‘deafening global silence’
… which shows a disdain for human rights, good governance and accountability. They urge immediate action from the … Allow domestic and international NGOs and media to carry out their work in Sri Lanka without … The Elders are Martti Ahtisaari , Kofi Annan , Ela Bhatt , Lakhdar Brahimi , Gro Brundtland , …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Bold action is needed to make sustainable development a reality
… Ela Bhatt , founder of India's Self Employed Women's … to make.” “In the name of political accountability, we as Elders encourage today's leaders to … of our children and grandchildren will depend on it. Media inquiries: media@theElders.org …
jonathan - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The UN's poverty-fighting programme lacks teeth
… at a time. Poverty, as my friend and fellow Elder Ela Bhatt has said so often, is a form of violence. Extreme … Civil society, the NGO community, business people and the media often rally round issues that are focused on rights. … – and among them are human rights campaigners. Accountability and freedom of expression are critical to …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31