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Marking Nelson Mandela's release: 30 years on
30 years on from Nelson Mandela's release from prison, we recall The Elders' memories of their founder.
Speeches and Discussions
Mary Robinson: honour Kofi Annan's legacy by countering today's rising isolationism
Mary Robinson reflects on the life of Kofi Annan, the values that were the driving force behind his sucesses and the legacy that must be defended in the face of rising populism and isolationism. 
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Livestream: 'Our Shared Humanity': The Legacy of Kofi Annan
29 May 2019
On 3-4 June 2019, Chatham House and UNA-UK are hosting a conference exploring Kofi Annan’s legacy for the future of global governance. 
Media Releases
The Elders reaffirm support for Colombia’s peace process
22 May 2019
The Elders today reaffirmed their support for the historic peace deal between the Government of Colombia and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) and urged President Ivan Duque to continue to work for its full implementation.
Elders Statements
The Elders encourage full implementation of Colombian peace deal
23 Nov 2018
Writing to the President of Colombia, Ivan Duque, The Elders welcomed his commitment to the peace agreement signed by his predecessor Juan Manuel Santos and encouraged its full implementation to further the causes of peace and reconciliation.
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Highlights from #WalkTogether - continue Mandela's long walk to freedom
30 Sep 2018
In July 2017, The Elders and civil society partners launched #WalkTogether: a global campaign to spark hope in the world and to encourage communities to work together and bridge the global fault lines of division, hate and xenophobia.
Mary Robinson addresses UNGA on the life and legacy of Kofi Annan
On 21 September, Mary Robinson reflected on the life and legacy of Kofi Annan, during an address to the UN General Assembly in New York.
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Speeches and Discussions
Ban Ki-moon addresses UNGA on the life and legacy Kofi Annan
21 Sep 2018
On 21 September, Ban Ki-moon reflected on the life and legacy of Kofi Annan, his predecessor at the United Nations, during an address to the UN General Assembly in New York.
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Remembering Kofi Annan
23 Aug 2018
Kofi Annan's passing stunned the world. Here, we compile a selection of tributes from his friends, colleagues and those inspired by his leadership.
Opinion
Kofi Annan will inspire generations – a tribute from Mary Robinson
20 Aug 2018
Writing in The Irish Times, Mary Robinson reflects on the life and legacy of Kofi Annan.
Opinion
Donald Trump’s deal must put Palestinian rights centre stage
31 Jul 2018
Writing in the Financial Times, Kofi Annan welcomes fresh approaches to peacemaking but warns that any deal that does not address the root causes of the conflict will be doomed to failure.
Media Releases
The Elders call on all Zimbabweans to put national interest first as poll nears
21 Jul 2018
Concluding their visit to Zimbabwe ahead of its pivotal general election, The Elders urge Zimbabweans to work together to ensure a free, fair and transparent poll on 30 July.
Media Releases
Media Advisory: The Elders to visit Zimbabwe from 19-21 July
16 Jul 2018
Kofi Annan, Mary Robinson and Lakhdar Brahimi will visit Zimbabwe in support of those working towards an inclusive transition for the country.
News
Mandela Day 2018: Walk Together to continue Mandela's long walk to freedom
16 Jul 2018
Join Graça Machel, Kofi Annan, Lakhdar Brahimi and Mary Robinson on 18 July, as they celebrate Nelson Mandela's centenary in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Media Releases
The Elders urge US, DPRK to build on Singapore summit with hard work for peace
14 Jun 2018
The Elders welcome the historic summit and call on both parties to continue serious engagement to make progress towards full denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula.
Media Releases
The Elders urge US to recommit funding for UN Palestinian refugees agency
08 Jun 2018
The Elders urge the United States to recommit funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) to prevent a drastic cut in its essential services such as healthcare and education to those in need across the Middle East.
Media Releases
The Elders deplore US Embassy move to Jerusalem as threat to peace
14 May 2018
The Elders strongly criticised the US decision to move its Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem as a serious blow to peace between Israelis and Palestinians, and urged other countries not to follow suit.
Media Releases
The Elders demand Israel respects international law to stop further Gaza protest killings
10 May 2018
The Elders call on the Israeli Government to fully comply with international humanitarian law and respect the right to peaceful protest of Palestinians living in the Gaza Strip.
Media Releases
The Elders warn Brexit “hard border” could pose threat to peace in Northern Ireland
24 Apr 2018
Hailing the Good Friday Agreement as an inspiration to others around the world, The Elders warn against the imposition of a "hard border" in the event of the UK leaving the EU’s Single Market and Customs Union after Brexit.
Media Releases
The Elders urge member states to take action at UN to prevent mass atrocities
20 Apr 2018
The Elders have urged the governments of 31 countries to do more in the face of mass atrocities, by signing a UN Code of Conduct committing them not to obstruct credible Security Council resolutions designed to halt or prevent these acts.
Media Releases
The Elders encourage integrity and transparency across Zimbabwe’s transition
18 Apr 2018
The Elders today encouraged all political actors in Zimbabwe to deliver integrity and transparency across the country’s transition, including a level playing field ahead of the upcoming elections.
Media Releases
The Elders warn against escalation to 'uncontrollable war' in Syria
11 Apr 2018
Expressing deep alarm at the prospect of a further escalation of the Syrian war following the latest reported chemical weapons attack, The Elders call on all parties to avoid further military action.
Media Releases
The Elders warn against US, Russian nuclear strategy escalation
08 Mar 2018
The Elders warn against provocative statements from the United States and Russia and urge the leaders of both countries to work together to avoid a dangerous escalation of nuclear tensions.
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Elders at the Munich Security Conference 2018
23 Feb 2018
On 16-18 February, Kofi Annan, Lakhdar Brahimi and Ernesto Zedillo attended the annual Munich Security Conference for panel discussions and bilateral meetings on conflict resolution in the Middle East and wider global issues including democracy and global
Media Releases
Media Advisory: The Elders to visit Saudi Arabia from 25-28 February 2018
23 Feb 2018
Kofi Annan leads The Elders’ first delegation to Saudi Arabia to discuss current social and economic reforms and security issues across the Middle East.
Media Releases
The Elders urge Bulgaria to use EU Presidency for greater action on refugee resettlement
20 Feb 2018
The Elders have urged Bulgaria to use its tenure to push for greater action and ambition on refugee resettlement through developing a strong Union Resettlement Framework.
Media Releases
The Elders call for urgent action on political and humanitarian crises in DR Congo
15 Feb 2018
Condemning decades of failure, The Elders call for immediate and concerted action to provide relief and protect rights of the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Elders Statements
The Elders mourn the death of Asma Jahangir
12 Feb 2018
The Elders' statement on the untimely death of Pakistani lawyer and internationally respected human rights defender Asma Jahangir.
Opinion
North and South Korea must seize this Olympic moment
08 Feb 2018
Writing in the Financial Times, Ban Ki-moon calls for continued dialogue in order to make meaningful progress to resolve nuclear tensions and reach a lasting peace on the Korean peninsula.
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2018: Building a world Madiba would be proud of
08 Jan 2018
As we face unprecedented global challenges in 2018, Kofi Annan draws lessons from the life of Nelson Mandela, specifically the need for leaders to respect international law, human rights and act with compassion and empathy.
Media Releases
The Elders condemn US recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli capital as grave risk to peace
06 Dec 2017
The Elders condemn US President Donald Trump’s unilateral decision to recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel as a grave threat to peace across the Middle East.
Media Releases
The Elders call for fair elections and inclusive, peaceful transition in post-Mugabe Zimbabwe
24 Nov 2017
The Elders today called on all political, military and civil society leaders in Zimbabwe to work together towards free and fair elections and a peaceful, inclusive transition following the resignation of former President Robert Mugabe.
Media Releases
The Elders condemn Libya slave auctions, demand migrants’ rights respected
21 Nov 2017
The Elders today strongly condemned “slave auctions” of African migrants in Libya and urged the international community to take all necessary steps to protect the rights and dignity of all people, especially vulnerable foreigners, in the conflict-wrac
Media Releases
The Elders urge end of Yemen blockade to avert further humanitarian crisis
11 Nov 2017
The Elders call on Saudi Arabia and its coalition partners to lift the land, sea, and air blockade of Yemen to avert an escalation of the humanitarian disaster in the war-stricken country.
Elders Statements
The Elders stand in solidarity with Pope Francis on peace, refugees, climate
07 Nov 2017
The Elders met His Holiness Pope Francis at the Vatican on Monday 6 November to express their appreciation and support for his work on global peace, refugees and migration, and climate change.
Media Releases
The Elders applaud Palestinian reconciliation; renew call for end to blockade of Gaza
16 Oct 2017
The Elders warmly welcome the reconciliation agreement reached by Fatah and Hamas as an essential step towards the full reunification of the West Bank and Gaza, keeping alive prospects for the peaceful emergence of a Palestinian state.
Media Releases
The Elders deplore US decertification of Iran nuclear deal as threat to peace
14 Oct 2017
The Elders deplore in the strongest terms the decision of US President Donald Trump to decertify the Iran nuclear deal as a threat to global peace and stability.
Media Releases
The Elders express dismay at United States and Israel withdrawal from UNESCO
13 Oct 2017
The Elders express dismay over the announcements by the United States and Israel that they intend to withdraw from membership of UNESCO.
Media Releases
The Elders call for dialogue and restraint over Catalonia crisis
08 Oct 2017
The Elders express their deep concern at the recent violent confrontation in Catalonia and urged both sides to pursue a peaceful resolution through dialogue.
Opinion
Kofi Annan: Why Are Only Poor Countries Taking Refugees?
20 Jun 2017
Writing in TIME Magazine, Kofi Annan urges leaders to act responsibly and to commit to cooperation and burden-sharing to ensure the protection of refugees' human rights and dignity.
Elders Statements
The Elders condemn political paralysis in South Sudan in the face of famine
28 May 2017
The Elders condemn the political paralysis and failure of leadership at all levels in South Sudan in the face of worsening famine and humanitarian disaster.
Elders Statements
The Elders urge continued US support for Paris climate agreement
24 May 2017
The Elders call on the United States to reaffirm its support for the Paris Agreement on climate change and show leadership and ambition in tackling the threat posed by global warming.
Elders Statements
The Elders condemn Manchester terror attack
23 May 2017
The Elders condemned the terror attack in Manchester and expressed their deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed and injured, and to all the people of the United Kingdom.
Elders Statements
Moral outrage, political failure: The Elders deplore new famines
05 Apr 2017
Condemning the famines threatening South Sudan, Nigeria, Somalia and Yemen as a damning symptom of political failure, The Elders call on the international community to commit substantial resources to the humanitarian relief efforts.
Elders Statements
The Elders condemn US refugee ban, call for global protection of vulnerable
31 Jan 2017
The Elders condemn President Donald Trump’s Executive Order banning Syrian refugees and restricting migration from seven predominantly Muslim countries. They call on the United States to provide leadership in line with its honourable historical and huma
Elders Statements
The Elders welcome Paris Mideast peace conference, urge all P5 states to show leadership
16 Jan 2017
The Elders welcome the latest international conference on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and urge the international community to play an active and concerted role to secure a lasting and just peace for the peoples of Israel and Palestine.
Elders Statements
The Elders’ statement on the death of former Iranian President Rafsanjani
12 Jan 2017
The Elders express their condolences on the death of President Rafsanjani, one of Iran's most influential leaders and a strong voice for reform.

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