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    Feb 4

    Climate change is not only an environmental issue, , Chief Scientist at , noted at . Climate change is an “everything and everyone” issue, and that is why every voice is needed. Click the link for more.

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  2. Feb 4

    In our February newsletter, Ban Ki-moon, Deputy Chair of The Elders, explores how collaboration between countries is needed to tackle , climate change and global conflicts. Read and subscribe:

    Ban Ki-moon speaking in front of a microphone.
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  3. Feb 2

    "The clarity, commitment and energy of young people combined with the experience and wisdom of older generations can act as a powerful catalyst for climate action." Ban Ki-moon on the need for intergenerational .

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  4. Feb 1

    The new report by  on evidence of apartheid in Israel/Palestine is an important contribution to accountability and tackling impunity. Global policy-makers must engage in constructive, evidence-based debate on this issue, grounded in international law.

    Our official new report looks at the decades-long suffering of Palestinians under Israel’s rule. We've concluded that Israel’s treatment of Palestinians throughout Israel & the Occupied Palestinian Territories amounts to apartheid. Read for yourself.
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    Feb 1

    Leader & former President of Ireland, Mary Robinson sets out why Egypt, as host, must deliver the most inclusive UN Climate Change Conference ever. Read in :

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  6. Jan 31

    Ban Ki-moon addressed on 29 January on the global challenges to public health, peace and sustainability in the coming decade. Read his speech:

    Headshot of Ban Ki-moon, Deputy Chair of The Elders. Quote from Ban Ki-moon says: “The challenge is to strengthen and improve the multilateral system, with the United Nations at its core, to make it fit for purpose for the 21st century.”
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  7. Jan 31

    "It's going to require a different way of thinking." Zeid Raad Al Hussein with and discussing why political thinking needs to change if we are to avert disaster. Part of our event with .

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  8. Jan 28

    Tomorrow at 1400 GMT, Ban Ki-moon will take part in the closing session at to discuss actions needed for a more sustainable, fair and healthy society in the future. Register and watch live:

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  9. Jan 28

    Speaking at , Gro Brundtland calls on global leaders to work together to deliver to tackle and prepare for future pandemics. Read her speech:

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  10. Jan 26

    "There are people right now whose lives and livelihoods depend on decisions being made." - Elizabeth Wathuti Mary Robinson, & discussing what is needed to advance inclusive action on the . :

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  11. Jan 26

    "We have to be hopeful, but we're perilously close to the edge." - Zeid Raad Al Hussein , & discuss the urgency of action needed to meet the existential threat of . with . Watch now:

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  12. Jan 26

    Watch the live stream of our virtual event, . Mary Robinson, Ban Ki-moon, Zeid Raad Al Hussein are joined by guests including , and to discuss needed in 2022.

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  13. Jan 26

    Our virtual event, , is today at 3:00pm CET. Join Mary Robinson, Ban Ki-moon, Zeid Raad Al Hussein and special guests including , & as they discuss needed in 2022.

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  14. Jan 25

    Tomorrow at 1300 GMT, Gro Brundtland joins a panel at on "Understanding the Megatrends of the 21st Century", including the importance of Universal Health Coverage in tackling & meeting the . Click to register & watch live.

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  15. Jan 25

    The Elders affirm their support for ’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and call on President Putin to reverse the build-up of Russian troops on the frontier. Statement:

    Head shot of Ban Ki-moon. Quote from Ban Ki-moon says: “This crisis cannot and must not be resolved through the use of force. This is a test that diplomacy cannot fail.”
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  16. Jan 24

    Zeid Raad Al Hussein will be joined by and to discuss what kind of is needed in 2022 to limit global warming to 1.5°C - part of our special event with on 26 January. Register now and join us:

    Although kept open the pathway for limiting global warming to 1.5°C, much more needs to be done before COP27. At , distinguished experts like will consider what must top the list. Register now.
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  17. Jan 24

    "Committing to sustainable financing of is to invest in a healthier and safer world for all of us": & Graça Machel join , and other health experts to urge higher assessed contributions from WHO member states.

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  18. Jan 21

    "We must recognise the intergenerational injustice and do all we can to hurry along the change the world needs to deal with the climate crisis." - Mary Robinson Join Mary Robinson, & for an intergenerational dialogue on the on 26 January.

    Join Mary Robinson, Chair of and former President of Ireland, in conversation with and at our upcoming virtual event, . Register for free at the link and tune in live on January 26.
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  19. Jan 21

    On 19 January Mary Robinson addressed the Hong Kong Forum on US-China Relations, calling for renewed cooperation in the face of shared challenges including pandemics, climate change and nuclear proliferation. Watch her speech here:

    Mary Robinson, Chair of The Elders, standing making a speech. Quote from Mary says: “Open dialogue is essential to rebuilding trust between China and the United States, and to tackling the existential threats facing humanity.”
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    Jan 20

    “Today, the members of the Science and Security Board find the world to be no safer than it was last year at this time and therefore has decided to set the once again at 100 seconds to midnight.” – , Bulletin President & CEO

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