News
The Elders call on leaders to address justice for survivors of gender-based violence with renewed vigour
15 Apr 2021
The Elders call for responsive justice services that are tailored to women’s needs and that empower women and inform them about their options at each stage of their justice journey.
News
The Elders call on leaders to increase funding for legal empowerment and justice services that meet the needs of women
15 Apr 2021
The Elders call on governments, funders, and decision-makers to invest in legal empowerment and justice services for women - in particular those delivered by women’s groups.
News
The Elders call on leaders to increase the number of women in leadership positions in the justice sector
15 Apr 2021
A lack of intersectional and feminist leadership in the justice sector – and the lack of diverse women’s voices in decision-making at every level – undermines progress to achieving gender equality and access to justice for all.

2020
Speeches and Discussions
We must listen to the young people on the frontlines of climate change
22 Apr 2021
Mary Robinson calls on world leaders to meaningfully include youth in tackling climate change ahead of COP26, and encourage intergenerational dialogue, as The Elders launch the Intergenerational Climate Blog Series 2021. 

Intergenerational Climate Blogs
Publications
Annual Review 2020: Finding Humanity in times of crisis
12 Apr 2021
The Elders' 2020 Annual Review is now available to download. It highlights the challenges to global health, rights and development posed by COVID-19 and how The Elders have adapted to the new realities.
The Elders' calls on leaders to prioritise access to justice and gender equality.

Act for Equal and Act for Justice

Discover The Elders' calls for action on access to justice and gender equality.
Opinion
Climate vulnerable nations need more than recycled promises
31 Mar 2021
Graça Machel calls for a concerted international effort to increase climate financing and advance climate justice.
News
Pandemic preparedness and vaccine equity are key to global health security
01 Apr 2021
During a pandemic, it's in every country's interest to cooperate. Gro Harlem Brundtland reflects on the COVID-19 crisis and how we can mitigate the impact of the current pandemic as well as prevent future health emergencies.
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