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<h2><a href="https://theelders.org/mary-robinson">Mary Robinson</a>, Chair of The Elders, reflects on the key challenges facing the group as it enters its second decade, and how it will continue to build on Nelson Mandela's vision of a freer, fairer world.</h2>

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<p><strong>The Elders' priorities</strong></p>

<p>Mary Robinson on&nbsp;defending the multilateral system,&nbsp;responding to the&nbsp;urgent threat of climate change, and&nbsp;tackling the rising dangers of nuclear proliferation.</p>

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<p><strong>Following in Mandela's footsteps</strong></p>

<p>Reflecting on The Elders' journey since being founded by Nelson Mandela in 2007, Mary Robinson discusses how to&nbsp;follow Nelson Mandela's lead and&nbsp;shine&nbsp;a light on the marginalised or forgotten, particularly women and young people.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Giving a voice to the voiceless</strong></p>

<p>Finally, Mary Robinson discusses&nbsp;why is it important that the Elders use their&nbsp;collective voice to amplify&nbsp;those who go unheard in&nbsp;global debates.</p>

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