Jimmy Carter describes the courage of the activists involved in non-violent protests in the West Bank and argues that the response of the Israeli authorities contravenes international human rights law.

Following his latest visit to the island, Jimmy Carter argues that the current situation represents possibly the best opportunity we have seen for a solution in Cyprus.

Ahead of his return to Cyprus, Desmond Tutu blogs about achieving peace and reconciliation through honest dialogue.

Women's voices must be heard for Cyprus to become a more prosperous, secure and equitable society, writes Gro Brundtland.

Maher Hanoun's family had been living in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem for generations before their eviction from their homes in August 2009 following an Israeli court ruling. Here, Mary Robinson describes the Elders' poignant meeting with the Hanoun family and argues that enforced evictions are unacceptable.

"Non-violence...is ethical activism at its political best." Ela Bhatt writes an open letter to the residents of Bil'in.

Fernando Henrique Cardoso describes the Elders' meeting with President Shimon Peres.

Jimmy Carter reflects on the Elders' meeting with Prime Minister Salaam Fayyad and describes the Prime Minister's vision for a Palestinian state.

Gro Brundtland shares her thoughts after visiting the Palestinian village of Bil'in.

Mary Robinson writes about meeting the courageous members of civil society organisations who are working for peace and justice.