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The Elders call on Zimbabwe’s leaders to place citizens’ needs over party interests
… The Elders today called on Zimbabwe’s political leaders and all figures in authority to commit to … For media inquiries, please contact William French, Head of … News …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Marking Mandela Day 2022, Mary Robinson reflects on the global state of hope
… lovers, the creators, the writers… Behind every news story we see the humanity if we look carefully enough. … also seen a rise in interpersonal violence in addition to political violence. The pandemic has worsened the conditions … or a one-off declaration. Our pledge is not a social media hashtag! Rather, our pledge should be the way in which …
Kate Flanagan - 01/23/2023 - 13:41
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“Sparks of Hope” can honour Nelson Mandela’s vision of a better world
… Mandela became one of the most visionary and influential political figures the world has seen. For those of us … In these troubled and turbulent times, where faith in leaders is sorely lacking – and all too often for good … 67 million people around the world have joined us on social media to amplify the voices and reach of these “Sparks of …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders honour the memory of their Founder, Nelson Mandela
… I mourn the loss of one of Africa’s most distinguished leaders, Madiba’s legacy beckons us to follow his example … his comrades in the hard work of breaking stones, of the political leader that, prior to liberation, refused to … with dear Madiba who brought us all together.” Media resources VIDEO – Nelson Mandela’s …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/12/2023 - 11:44
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Stories from the frontlines: Refugee-Led Organisations in the Shadow of COVID-19
… million. Most refugees flee from threats of violence and political persecution, but in 2020 they found themselves up … English Literature, and a masters degree in Journalism and Media. Views expressed are those … News …
monika - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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World leaders risk climate catastrophe with warm words and no action
… the world step up and address the climate emergency. Political leaders must heed the call of Secretary-General … For media inquiries, please contact Luke Upchurch, Director of … News …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders to address the global ‘state of hope’ in a week of activity to mark Mandela Day
… will explore the example of Mandela’s leadership, how his political philosophy can help address today’s global … to get involved too by sharing their thoughts on social media with #StateOfHope and by joining members of The Elders … News …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Public financing could transform the realities of healthcare in South Africa
… But we need to be frank and honest: subsequent leaders have not done enough to develop and consolidate … of the welfare state and reconstruction of our civic and political life after Nazi occupation in the Second World … accountability mechanisms involving parliamentarians, the media and civil society organisations. This is why …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The women creating a freer, fairer world
… and secular Palestinian and Israeli women from the political right, centre and left, march together to demand a … everywhere and in all its forms. Using a mix of social media, pop culture and multimedia campaigns the organisation … Peace Summit (Credit: UN Photo) Article Type News Graça Machel …
Jessy - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Strengthen global health security by investing in Universal Health Coverage
… as our weakest link. Gro Harlem Brundtland warns leaders to ensure resilience to epidemics by investing in … of their people and the wider world, and the centrality of political will to taking hard decisions that can be … spread of misinformation, particularly via social media, this becomes a question not of ‘if’ but …
gavin - 07/21/2022 - 10:31