David Nussbaum

Here at ⁦@ChathamHouse⁩, ⁦@JohnKerry⁩ speaks, especially about #climate, following #COP30, and argues that despite the challenges, “it’s nice to have a battle you can win!”

At the launch event today for the #Humanitarian Memorial, in @Gunnersbury1 Park, I discovered that the keynote speaker was @KensingtonRoyal Prince William. A significant moment to honour the increasing numbers who have lost their lives in the course humanitarian service.

Here at ⁦@ChathamHouse⁩, President Zelenskyy in a private meeting discusses the situation and prospects for Ukraine.

News of Pope Francis’ death reminds me of November 2017: @TheElders met with @Pontifex at The Vatican. From that hour’s private meeting, I recall his intent listening, and his knowledge and engagement with the range of geo-political issues we discussed with him.

News of Pope Francis’ death reminds me of November 2017: ⁦@TheElders⁩ met with ⁦@Pontifex⁩ at The Vatican. From that hour’s private meeting, I recall his intent listening, and his knowledge and engagement with the range of geo-political issues we discussed with him.

The Elders mourn the loss of President Jimmy Carter. Our statement ⬇️ The Elders are deeply saddened at the passing of their dear friend and colleague Jimmy Carter, who was a hugely admired and respected member of the group from its founding in 2007 until he chose to step down as an active member in 2016 on health grounds. As a former President of the United States who went on to build a global reputation for his work with The Carter Center in monitoring elections and championing public health issues, he brought immense experience and expertise to the Elders’ work, combined with a passionate advocacy for social justice and human rights. In 2002 he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Both as President and in his later work, Jimmy Carter was a tireless supporter of peace in the Middle East. He played a key role in Elders’ visits to the region, commanding great respect for his forthright honesty and ability to deal on equal terms with all those he met, from presidents to the humblest grassroots activist. His deep Christian faith and his 77-year-long marriage to his beloved wife Rosalynn (1926-2023) were among the driving forces in his long and active life. Juan Manuel Santos, Chair of The Elders, said: “We are all devastated at the loss of our dear friend Jimmy Carter. Jimmy brought the gravitas of the Presidential office as well as the passion of an activist to The Elders. Even into his 90s, and after his cancer was diagnosed, he inspired us all with his boundless energy and enthusiasm for working to make the world a better place. While we mourn his death today, we also affirm our determination as Elders to continue to uphold his values and beliefs into the future. The world needs more leaders like him.” All of the Elders, their Advisory Council and staff team members send their heartfelt condolences to Jimmy’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They have lost a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather. The world has lost an inspirational figure – but one whose achievements will not be forgotten, and whose commitment to peace, democracy and human rights will endure to inspire future generations.

Hearing #JimmyCarter has died, I recall the afternoon I spent alone with him in 2016 at his small family home in Plains, Georgia - the only property he had ever owned - talking privately about @TheElders. He was thoughtful, insightful and engaging.

At ⁦@ChathamHouse⁩, ⁦@DenisMukwege⁩ - a member of ⁦@TheElders⁩ - gives a clear answer to the question “Is the world ready for the next pandemic?” and that answer is “No”. Let’s see how fellow Elder panellists Ban Ki-moon and Helen Clark respond.

Here at The Conduit, ⁦@RoryStewartUK⁩ shares his perspectives: on the French election, (dis)engagement and politics, etc - and we’re only a few minutes in…

At the ⁦@ChathamHouse⁩ #CHLondon, we hear from Michael Palin about his experience and impressions of #Nigeria: history, people, land, prospects.

Here at @ChathamHouse, Ban Ki-moon and Mary Robinson of ⁦@TheElders⁩ speak about the #climate crisis, and the challenge to address this, in the context of global threats. Great to hear my former bosses speaking passionately again!

Here at ⁦@ChathamHouse⁩, Ban Ki-moon (⁦@bankimooncentre⁩) and Mary Robinson (⁦@MaryRobinsonCtr⁩) speak about the #climate crisis, and the challenge to address this, in the context of global threats. Great to hear my former bosses speaking passionately again!

At the @APPG on Anti-Corruption & Responsible Tax event in Parliament, ⁦@margarethodge⁩ lauds progress made, and highlights importance of follow-through; comments echoed by ⁦@nigelmills⁩. Appreciation to ⁦@TransparencyUK⁩, the Joffe Trust, and many others.

Late last week, the Board of International Budget Partnership, @OpenBudgets, met in Washington DC to review progress on strategy, and plans for the future. The world’s budgets should work for people everywhere!

I’m delighted to have been appointed Chair of Anthesis Group - an exciting opportunity to contribute to increasing sustainability: the business challenge of our age.

Today we are delighted to welcome David Nussbaum as our new Chair. With an executive career spanning leading #international organisations in the private & #NGO sectors, David brings extensive #internationaldevelopment & #environmental experience to Anthesis. Read more here:

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A wonderfully insightful and profound talk on #dyingforbeginners by Kathryn Maddox at the @Theosthinktank⁩ annual lecture: “how understanding death can help us to live better”.