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Strengthen global health security by investing in Universal Health Coverage
… as our weakest link. Gro Harlem Brundtland warns leaders to ensure resilience to epidemics by investing in … of their people and the wider world, and the centrality of political will to taking hard decisions that can be … spread of misinformation, particularly via social media, this becomes a question not of ‘if’ but …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Public financing could transform the realities of healthcare in South Africa
… But we need to be frank and honest: subsequent leaders have not done enough to develop and consolidate … of the welfare state and reconstruction of our civic and political life after Nazi occupation in the Second World … accountability mechanisms involving parliamentarians, the media and civil society organisations. This is why …
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 Elders today called on Zimbabwe’s political leaders and all figures in authority to commit to … For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of … News …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Universal health coverage is affordable, even in tough times
… division and ostracism had wounded the nation’s moral, political, economic and physical state of well being. … membership of The Elders, the group of independent global leaders founded by Madiba in 2007 to work for peace, justice … accountability measures involving parliamentarians, the media, patients’ groups and civil society. The task ahead …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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“Sparks of Hope” can honour Nelson Mandela’s vision of a better world
… Mandela became one of the most visionary and influential political figures the world has seen. For those of us … In these troubled and turbulent times, where faith in leaders is sorely lacking – and all too often for good … 67 million people around the world have joined us on social media to amplify the voices and reach of these “Sparks of …
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On climate action and healthcare, it is the young who hold the keys of change
… in New York to bring together doctors, politicians and media to share best practice and support bold leadership. … Citizen power can generate the political will for Universal Health Coverage … Article Type News Mary Robinson …
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The Elders welcome release of Aung San Suu Kyi and urge release of all political detainees
… welcome release of Aung San Suu Kyi and urge release of all political detainees 13 November 2010 … The Elders are an independent group of global leaders, brought together by Nelson Mandela in 2007, who … More information For updates and media opportunities, please register at …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Our planet is on the table at COP26
… This will be a challenge at COP26 and require major political efforts, particularly from the leaders of the … and I encourage you to follow The Elders on social media for real-time updates on our activities. On behalf … News …
Elsa - 01/23/2023 - 15:39
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Freedom, truth, democracy: citizenship and common purpose
… Physical freedom, from imprisonment in Robben Island, and political freedom, from the shackles of Apartheid. … 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 keep an empty chair for Aung San Suu Kyi
… The Elders express their solidarity with Burmese political prisoner Aung San Suu Kyi and say that the … FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Eminent global leaders say election process in Burma/Myanmar cannot deliver … Aung San Suu Kyi on 18 June 2010 Media contact: Katy Cronin Communications …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31