Mandela’s wife criticizes the international silence regarding the attacks on Gaza, Lebanon, Syria and Sudan
Mozambican activist and politician Graça Machel, wife of the late South African leader Nelson Mandela, criticized the international silence regarding the attacks taking place in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon, Syria and Sudan.
She said in her speech, on the occasion of her honor, From the Kemet Boutros-Ghali Foundation for Peace and Knowledge, granting it the Foundation’s annual award, said that the violations that are occurring are the result of international silence, calling on everyone to be courageous enough to speak out. The truth at all costs “and transforming ourselves into warriors for peace.”
In the speech delivered on her behalf by her daughter during the award reception, she expressed her pride in receiving an award bearing the name of the former Secretary-General. Boutros-Ghali told the United Nations, saying: “A dear colleague of mine, a champion of peace and human dignity and a defender of a world order centered on justice.” And fairness.
She stated that Boutros-Ghali paid great attention to marginalized groups internationally, which directed her life and endeavors as a human rights activist and defender of the rights of women and children.
She continued that Boutros-Ghali was one of the best sons of the African continent, convinced that our common humanity is what makes each one of us responsible for protecting the rights of… Others.
She stressed that during her “own journey,” she witnessed the power of teamwork and the beautiful fruits that can be generated from caring for the faces and voices of those who cannot be seen or heard.
She said that she dedicates her award and this appreciation not only to those who have stood by her over the decades and worked tirelessly for peace, equality and justice in their societies, But also for those who are fighting bravely today for their freedom, freedom from forms of oppression, freedom from the torment of violence in the streets and in homes, and freedom from cruel affronts to human dignity.
She emphasized that Boutros Ghali He knew that human rights were the foundation of peace, and he fought tirelessly to ensure their respect and support and stood against injustice in all its forms.
She continued: “As Africans, we know well the cost of silence… We must summon from deep within us the courage and compassion to speak the truth at any cost and transform ourselves into warriors for peace.”
She called for investment The legacy of Boutros Ghali and his teachings are a guide of light, warning that history is watching us and will judge us harshly because of our inability, and we must take the necessary measures and in all possible ways to move the human family towards a more peaceful and more peaceful world. Justice.
Gracea Machel thanked the Kemet Boutros-Ghali Foundation for Peace and Knowledge for their appreciation of its work.” For her part, Graça Machel’s daughter said that her mother had a deep relationship with Secretary-General Boutros Boutros-Ghali, and she is incredibly honored to be associated with his wonderful legacy, noting that the United Nations General Assembly asked the Secretary-General to appoint an expert to conduct a comprehensive study on the impact of the conflict on children, And this expert chosen by Boutros Boutros," I say with pride, “He is my mother.”
She stated that Boutros-Ghali’s commitment and insistence prompted her to conduct the study, and after two years of visiting children in conflict zones in every corner of the globe, she By submitting its pioneering report on the impact of armed conflicts on children.
She continued that this work was a strong call to action and revealed the centrality of this issue for human rights, and for international human rights, development and peace programmes. And security, and nearly 30 years later, the study is still widely used as a basis for child protection advocacy globally.
She concluded by saying: “With all humility that This is just one example of the many contributions my mother made to the world.”
