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Elders Statements
The Elders stand in solidarity with Iran protests and demand an end to state violence globally
Mary Robinson
Elders Statement: The Elders today call for global consistency in upholding human rights, including women’s rights to self-expression and bodily autonomy, and freedoms of expression and assembly.
Opinion
Young Justice Leaders: an intergenerational call for justice for all
Mary Robinson
Mary Robinson joined the Young Justice Leaders at the World Justice Forum to discuss commitments towards justice for all.
Speeches and Discussions
We must work together to make justice for all a reality
Mary Robinson
06 Jun 2022
At the World Justice Forum, Mary Robinson reiterates the need for inclusive, intergenerational, people-centered justice systems.
Guest Blogs
No climate action without climate education
05 Nov 2021
Jordan Madden is a young climate activist from the US. He explains why climate education is the basis for climate action. Foreword by Mary Robinson.
Opinion
The power of civil society in a post-pandemic world
Hina Jilani
16 Jul 2021
At a time when the foundations of democracy are under siege, we must ensure a vibrant civil society to progress on pressing issues – from economic and educational inequality to racial justice and climate change, says Hina Jilani.
Guest Blogs
Leading the Youth Climate Movement in the Arab World
10 Jun 2021
Youth climate activist Neeshad Shafi from Qatar emphasises the important role the Arab region ought to play in climate action and calls for civil society engagement to ensure climate action is inclusive and open to all.
“Days marked by death tolls”: Finding hope amid global despair
Youth climate activist Nikayla Jefferson from California writes about her experience as a Black, queer woman in the youth climate movement and how, for her, the climate crisis is one of many existential threats.
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Guest Blogs
News
Building a culture of inclusivity in a diverse society
07 Oct 2016
Delivering the 6th Annual Desmond Tutu International Peace Lecture, Hina Jilani stresses the importance of ethical leadership.
Elders Statements
The Elders urge new compromise for Colombia peace deal
05 Oct 2016
The Elders respect the decision of the Colombian people who have voted not to accept the peace agreement and urge Colombian leaders to find compromises which will allow all Colombians to unite behind peace as a national project.
Guest Blogs
Building coalitions to support SDGs in Costa Rica
27 Sep 2016
One year on from the signing of the Sustainable Development Goals, how are countries in the developing and developed world making progress in their implementation? In the first of a series of guest blogs on this issue, Dr. Monica Araya from Costa Rican ci
Elders Statements
The Elders condemn Turkey coup attempt and urge all sides to respect democracy
17 Jul 2016
The Elders' statement on the attempted coup in Turkey.
Opinion
Wanted: A strong UN leader and peace-maker
13 Jul 2016
Lakhdar Brahimi and Mary Robinson call on the successful candidate for UN Secretary-General to serve one seven year term, to ensure their strength and independence. Writing in an opinion piece published around the world, they also urge P5 members to recog
News
After Paris: what next for climate action?
28 Apr 2016
Jenny Yates, our Programme Director, reflects on the signing of the Paris Agreement on climate change by 175 countries and considers the road ahead for climate action.
Guest Blogs
After Myanmar's celebrations, the hard work begins
21 Apr 2016
From building relationships with the military and ethnic armed groups, to satisfying political activists hungry for rapid change, Myanmar’s new government faces multiple challenges, argues our senior policy consultant, Matthew J Walton.
Opinion
Grassroots solutions: the most powerful tools to fight poverty and inequality
17 Mar 2016
Ela Bhatt explains why the poor and marginalised must be considered as both agents and the beneficiaries of change if the Sustainable Development Goals are to be achieved. First published in UNA-UK's "SDGs: the people's agenda" publication.
Guest Blogs
Rising sea levels: “Our islands will one day be wiped off the map: what will happen to our women?"
07 Mar 2016
Climate activist and poet Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner marks International Women’s Day by celebrating the strength and resilience of Marshall Islands’ women and highlights the importance of including women in tackling climate change.
Opinion
Gender equality and climate change: the vital link for success beyond Paris
07 Mar 2016
From assessing the "people-centred" COP21 Paris Agreement and how those on the frontlines can help the world in tackling climate change, to ensuring that women are empowered to make their voices heard, Mary Robinson marks International Women's Day by high
Media Releases
The Elders welcome the lifting of sanctions against Iran
20 Jan 2016
The lifting of the sanctions against Iran is a diplomatic breakthrough fully supported by The Elders and proof that positive outcomes can be achieved through sustained political dialogue.
Guest Blogs
How young people can combat violence against women
24 Nov 2015
Violence against women is sometimes justified by abusers and perpetrators as a matter of ‘honour’. In this guest blog to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, youth activist Arifa Nasim from London explains how she
News
How can we deter our young from the lure of violent extremism?
16 Nov 2015
In the wake of terrorist attacks in Paris and Beirut, the need to understand why our young are lured to violent extremism is more acute than ever. Our Middle East Analyst, Nigel Pearce recently attended a conference in Spain on ‘Preventing and Counterin
News
Women’s Rights in Pakistan: failed by a culture of intolerance and impunity
23 Apr 2015
Following the recent publication of the International Crisis Group report Women, Violence and Conflict in Pakistan, Hina Jilani gives her legal and human rights perspective on its findings and on Pakistani women’s ongoing fight for gender equality.
News
Shining a light on India’s poor
19 Mar 2015
'Hariyali', a project initiated by Ela Bhatt's Self-Employed Women's Association, has helped give some of India's poorest women access to affordable energy. William French, Head of International Media at The Elders, explains why it has had such a big impa
News
International Women's Day – time to start making a difference
06 Mar 2015
In a crucial year for women’s rights, we can all do our bit to bring gender equality closer to reality.
Guest Blogs
Will the US commit to climate action on the road to Paris?
10 Feb 2015
As climate talks resume in Geneva this week, Parker Liautaud believes that the US is beginning to take its responsibilities on climate change seriously.
Photos
Encouraging progress towards peace and inclusiveness in Myanmar
20 Jan 2015
Ahead of a crucial year for Myanmar’s transition, Gro Harlem Brundtland, Martti Ahtisaari, Lakhdar Brahimi and Hina Jilani travelled to Myanmar and Thailand in December 2014. Meeting with members of the government, armed forces, parliament and civil soc
Opinion
Climate action: the race to Paris
18 Dec 2014
On returning from COP20 in Peru, Mary Robinson feels just enough was done to keep hopes afloat for a successful climate deal in Paris next December. But only just.
Guest Blogs
Youth voices in the climate negotiations: a reflection from Lima, Peru
11 Dec 2014
Timothy Damon is an American Youth Delegate to the UN Climate Convention at SustainUS attending the COP20 in Lima, Peru. Here he describes how difficult it is for the young to be heard in negotiations.
Guest Blogs
Education: the best tool in the fight against racism in Israel
02 Dec 2014
While Israelis and Palestinians struggle to find lasting peace, ACRI's Executive Director Sharon Abraham-Weiss believes that educating children against racism is an indispensable tool for preventing injustice and conflict
News
The frontlines of leadership, from two ex-Presidents (part one)
15 Jan 2014
"If you have double standards, you undermine the morality and integrity of human rights." Mary RobinsonIn the first of a two-part interview with Mayumi Yoshinari for Chuo-Koron, Martti Ahtisaari and Mary Robinson discuss climate justice, impunity and th
Opinion
Remembering the people who make rights meaningful
10 Dec 2013
Hina Jilani celebrates Mandela and the individuals like him who challenge injustice and safeguard the fundamental rights we all share.

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