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10 Years Young, 100 Years Courageous
… of how we communicate with each other and how we consume news. Sometimes this has been emancipatory, but sometimes we have seen how social media can give voice to the ugliest impulses in humanity, with an alarming rise in intolerant voices and vicious hate speech. But in the words of our dear brother Archbishop …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Mandela brought the Elders together 15 years ago. They are needed now, more than ever.
… The Elders’ gathering in Cape Town, and in subsequent media interviews by Mary Robinson the following week. … Speeches and Discussions … News …
Kate Flanagan - 11/02/2023 - 12:27
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True democracy implies solidarity with those to whom it is denied
… across the continent. This keynote speech was delivered at the State of Democracy in Central … the world’s richest country denounces his critics in the media as “enemies of the people”, we need to recognize … of how we communicate with one another and how we consume news. Sometimes this has been emancipatory, but sometimes we …
monika - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders back NHI health reforms in South Africa to build social solidarity
… For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of … and Action: Elders promote UHC in Tanzania Graça Machel and Mary Robinson visited Tanzania in July … Speeches and Discussions …
gavin - 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
… to get involved too by sharing their thoughts on social media with #StateOfHope and by joining members of The Elders … 12 Mar 2024 In a speech at the OECD Investment Treaties Conference, Mary … News …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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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 … of how we communicate with one another and how we consume news. Sometimes this has been emancipatory, but sometimes we … with an alarming rise in intolerant voices and vicious hate speech. Amid the gloom and despair, there remains …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
… of justice actors through digital engagement and social media activity. A particular focus will be given to the … News … Speeches and Discussions …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders call on Zimbabwe’s leaders to place citizens’ needs over party interests
… the Constitution of Zimbabwe, the rule of law, freedom of speech and the protection of human rights. They … For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of … News …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Defending women’s rights in turbulent times
… Delivering the keynote speech at the EU Colloquium on Fundamental Rights in … fundamental rights. We need only open the pages of a newspaper or scroll down the screen of our smartphones to … workplaces and communities, and also online. Social media has many emancipatory features. At its best, it can be …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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World leaders risk climate catastrophe with warm words and no action
… For media inquiries, please contact Luke Upchurch, Director of … News … News …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31