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True democracy implies solidarity with those to whom it is denied
… 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 … Opinion …
monika - 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 justice advocate on why people power and a vibrant civil society are vital to building back a better world … 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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Returning a normal life to Gazans
… include the reintegration of the Palestinian Authority’s civil service in the West Bank and Gaza. In our … Media advisory: The Elders visit Israel & Palestine from 29 … Article Type Opinion Gro Harlem Brundtland …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders and The Carter Center: A Virtual Dialogue with Palestinian activists
… Participants highlighted opportunities presented by social media and growing solidarity for Palestinian justice within … It was pointed out that the European Court for Human Rights opinion supporting the right to advocate BDS had underscored … News …
monika - 01/23/2023 - 16:20
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Grassroots solutions: the most powerful tools to fight poverty and inequality
… communities in their respective countries. It is vital that civil society and grassroots movements are in full … and beneficiaries of sustainable development. This opinion piece was first published in SDGs: the people's … to affordable energy. William French, Head of International Media at The Elders, explains why it has had such a big …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Rights demand strong institutions
… to information is denied to millions through censorship and media intimidation. Poverty is our greatest shame. At … and police are corrupt, overburdened and inefficient, basic civil rights will be violated. Where social ministries are … Article Type Opinion Mary Robinson …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Protecting fundamental freedoms, online and offline
… fundamental rights. The internet, mobile phones and social media give ordinary citizens the power to inform ourselves, … kind of energetic debate is a sign of an increasingly open civil sphere. A plurality of opinions should always be … of rules. The internationally agreed rights to freedom of opinion and expression, to peaceful assembly and …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Cyprus peace process going well, but facing challenges
… – so public support is vital for a sustainable peace. Opinion polls show that the majority of people in both … that they get little official support or recognition in the media. Groups working on bi-communal issues also expressed … the Elders held meetings with leading women from politics, civil society, business, journalism and academia; Cypriots …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31