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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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The Elders call on all Zimbabweans to put national interest first as poll nears
… fair elections. The Elders also commended the main political parties’ commitment to respect the outcome of … women candidates and officials, especially on social media. They urged presidential candidates to lead by … from the life of Nelson Mandela, specifically the need for leaders to respect international law, human rights and act …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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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 … expression of the will of the majority; where political dissidents face a fate of assassinations, … 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 best hope for sustainable peace: women
… and protect women's rights worldwide. With a political deal now signed and poised for implementation, we … the country apart, is that behind the scenes, away from the media spotlight, Kenyan women came together across political … backgrounds to speak with one voice. They urged their leaders to reach a political solution and address the …
admin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Kofi Annan will inspire generations – a tribute from Mary Robinson
… change, and as a member of The Elders, the group of global leaders founded by Nelson Mandela to work for peace and … commission officials, diplomats, civil society groups and media. When violence tragically erupted after polling … heard in Zimbabwe, but their power resounds and resides; if political leaders across the divide now heed his call and …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Climate justice is key to addressing the climate crisis
… in Spring 2020, we heard many pious words from global leaders on the need to come together and act with common … of the UN Security Council, because the perpetrators are political or economic allies. This is itself a … statements, ministerial speeches or hashtags on social media. Actually putting them into practice is a more …
Kate Flanagan - 12/07/2023 - 15:37
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2018: A year in review
… In April, the Elders joined young leaders and activists from around the world for an … the Kuwaiti leadership for prioritising peaceful and political processes to address regional problems, including … the diplomatic community, civil society representatives and media. …
Isobel - 07/21/2022 - 10:31