The Elders
An independent group of global leaders working together for peace, justice and human rights.
The Elders is an international non-governmental organisation of public figures noted as elder statesmen, peace activists, and human rights advocates, who were brought together by Nelson Mandela in 2007.
Their vision is of a world where people live in peace, conscious of their common humanity and their shared responsibilities for each other, for the planet and for future generations. They envisage a world in which there is universal respect for human rights; in which poverty has been eliminated; in which people are free from fear and oppression and are able to fulfil their true potential.
The Elders work together towards the goals of ethical leadership, universal healthcare and education, gender equality, access to justice, and policies to combat climate change. Their campaigns, initiatives and newsletters are an inspiration and hope for us all.