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The Elders mourn the death of Asma Jahangir
… death of Pakistani lawyer and internationally respected human rights defender Asma Jahangir. "She spoke truth … of The Elders, to set up Pakistan’s first ever free legal aid centre and the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan. … human rights activists the world over.” For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of …
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Trip Report: Elders delegation to Kuwait in July 2018
… the Quartet’s conditions as a basis for discussions. Media reform needed to be part of the picture, to improve … Al Jazeera but across the board, as Gulf broadcasters and newspapers had become more and more politicised as they vied … Martin Griffiths. Kuwait has a 40-year history of providing aid to Yemen, and had begun to implement a $500m programme …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Celebrating the global movement for women’s rights, equality and justice
… In Pakistan, where I began my career providing legal aid to vulnerable women, an estimated 1,000 women are killed … #MeToo and #TimesUp dominated both social and mainstream media, and conversations about sexual harassment were … Article Type News Hina Jilani …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Alistair Fernie appointed Chief Executive of The Elders
… a 25-year career in international development, humanitarian aid and human rights. He has worked in senior roles with the … For media inquiries, please contact Luke Upchurch, Director of … News …
Elsa - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders call on Sri Lankan government to protect rights of civilians displaced by conflict
… law” and that these people are being denied basic human rights, including the right to liberty and freedom of … and human rights work such as providing health care, legal aid, and helping to reunite families. While the number … 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 call on G7 leaders to seize the moment on vaccines and climate action
… to spend 0.7 percent of GNI on overseas development aid. Mary Robinson , Chair of The Elders and … For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of … News …
Elsa - 01/23/2023 - 14:43
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The global rise of nationalism is a threat to Nelson Mandela’s achievements
… be done through a concerted effort between governments, the media, civil society and communities in demanding bipartisan … nations are turning their backs, and established foreign aid commitments are under threat. More than ever, the world … of how we communicate with one another and how we consume news. Sometimes this has been emancipatory, but sometimes we …
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The Elders condemn Israeli attack on Gaza relief ships
… blockade of Gaza, The Elders condemn Israel's attack on an aid flotilla bound for the Gaza Strip. At the group's … of the people of Gaza is one of the world’s greatest human rights violations and that the blockade is not only … inform the Elders’ work on gender equality issues. Media inquiries: media@theElders.org …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The UN and AU must act now to prevent famine and end atrocities in Tigray, Ethiopia
… take urgent steps to address the unfolding humanitarian and human rights crisis in Tigray, Ethiopia, which poses a clear … Eritrean defence forces, to stop impeding the ability of aid agencies to reach people in need. Full, … For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of …
gavin - 01/23/2023 - 14:28
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The Elders’ statement on US reintroduction of “Global Gag Rule”
… Robinson , Elder and former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, added: “The decision to re-impose the … hope the new Administration will continue to support aid that helps cut poverty, promote gender equality and … prosperous future for our shared planet.” For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of …
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