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Embracing Madiba's values: building a brighter future in Zimbabwe and South Africa
… women candidates and officials, especially on social media. This is unacceptable, and we encouraged voters to … We were also in South Africa for the culmination of Walk Together – our campaign to continue Mandela’s long … Article Type News Mary Robinson …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Juan Manuel Santos and Zeid Raad Al Hussein join The Elders
… ENDS For media inquiries, please contact Luke Upchurch, Director of … Universal Declaration of Human Rights, The Elders joined together with the British Council and SOAS to debate the … Mandela Day 2018: Walk Together to continue Mandela's long walk to freedom …
Isobel - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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“Sparks of Hope” can honour Nelson Mandela’s vision of a better world
… all to #WalkTogether on his centenary, to continue his long walk to freedom. "We need to take guidance from … as he is affectionately known, will forever be the man who, together with his generation, led his people to freedom. In … 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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Inside the Elders’ meeting in Rio
… imagine in 2001 is the explosion of the Internet and social media. Despite the unparalleled possibilities for exchange, … are seeking to do this is through our new campaign “ Walk Together ”, which champions grassroots activists … Article Type News Fernando H Cardoso …
jonathan - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The global rise of nationalism is a threat to Nelson Mandela’s achievements
… Graça Machel speaks at the launch of the Walk Together campaign, in Cape Town, South Africa, in July … be done through a concerted effort between governments, the media, civil society and communities in demanding bipartisan … of how we communicate with one another and how we consume news. Sometimes this has been emancipatory, but sometimes we …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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#WalkTogether to celebrate 100 Sparks of Hope
… you to join with The Elders in continuing Mandela's long walk to freedom. "The world today desperately … tolerance, inclusion and justice. Through social media and digital platforms, we have built a global network … Article Type News Graça Machel …
Anonymous (not verified) - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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2018: A year in review
… to tip the scales towards justice for all as part of our Walk Together campaign. … Machel spoke on Mandela Day in July in Johannesburg, South Africa during the culmination of The Elders' year long Walk … the diplomatic community, civil society representatives and media. …
Isobel - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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Freedom, truth, democracy: citizenship and common purpose
… ‘Freedom’, of course, evokes Madiba’s own ‘long walk’, and the struggle and sacrifice of ordinary South … to tackle corruption and inequality. But the good news is that technological innovations can empower ordinary … government and local authorities accountable. Social media now provides the ability to connect individuals to the …
jonathan - 07/21/2022 - 10:31
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The Elders honour the memory of their Founder, Nelson Mandela
… Madiba as he is known in South Africa – called the Elders together in 2007, urging them to be bold, independent and to … at a crucial moment in our history. He inspired us to walk the path of forgiveness and reconciliation and so South … 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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The climate crisis is already here: Why we must listen to voices in the Global South
… everything in a second. It hurts me to see women walk long distances to look for water for their families … can access the internet or watch television to access the news, so through these clean-ups we are able to speak to … have tried to amplify their voice, but all in vain! The media is so specific about what it reports, it is so biased …
gavin - 01/23/2023 - 15:05