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We are living outside our experience: we need more than empty promises from world leaders at COP27

Mary Robinson on the criticality of the climate crisis and The Elders' calls for action at COP27 in Egypt

“We cannot win the game with only half the team” – Why women’s leadership matters in climate action

Photos from Mary Robinson's visit to Uganda to spend time with youth activist Vanessa Nakate, communities impacted by the climate crisis, and projects centering women's leadership.

Speeches and Discussions

The UN Security Council must speak with one voice

On Thursday 3 November Mary Robinson addressed the UN Security Council on building resilience in UN peacekeeping operations and the need to tackle the root causes of conflict.

Ela Bhatt: a life in pictures

Ela Bhatt was a member of The Elders between 2007 and 2016.

The Elders mourn the passing of Ela Bhatt

The Elders are deeply saddened at the passing of their dear friend and colleague Ela Bhatt, who was a hugely admired and respected member of the group since its early days.

From G20 to COP27, leaders must act with shared responsibility

Ricardo Lagos urges world leaders to uphold their promises and take multilateral action on the crises facing humanity in our latest newsletter.

Why leaders must put children first at COP27

With a foreword by Juan Manuel Santos, Lamisi Awini and Patience Agyekum call on leaders to centre intergenerational justice in their climate action.

No more empty pledges at COP27: We need inclusive action on climate finance

With a foreword by Ban Ki-moon, Selamawit Desta Wubet urges for an inclusive COP and the delivery of climate finance.

Elders Statements

The Elders warn G20: your failure of leadership is worsening global crises

Elders Statement: The Elders today challenge G20 leaders to do their job: to rise above their differences and find consensus on the leadership needed to tackle the inter-connected crises facing humanity.

The Elders join Chatham House for Ukraine war discussion

Juan Manuel Santos Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein

On Monday 17 October, The Elders will host a panel event in partnership with Chatham House on the state of the global response to the war on Ukraine.

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