This weekend, The Elders – a group of the most prominent statesmen and women from across the globe, including Kofi Annan, Desmond Tutu and honorary member, Aung San Suu Kyi - met with Nelson Mandela in Johannesburg.  The Elders were initially brought together by Nelson Mandela in 2007 after Richard Branson and the musician Peter Gabriel conceived the idea of utilizing the wealth of experience, diplomacy and knowledge of some of the world’s most prominent statesmen, activists and leaders.  The Elders’ aim is to effect change on issues that effect us all: HIV/AIDS, peace building, helping to address major causes of human suffering and promote the shared interests of humanity.

It was great to see the group meeting with Nelson Mandela this weekend and inevitably a number of wheels are now turning thanks to their discussions and foresight.  For more information visit The Elders directly.

(photo from www.theelders.org)

Tags: Johannesburg, Madiba, Nelson Mandela, The Elders

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