Nelson Mandela and other acclaimed -- and independent -- international leaders have formed a group called The Elders. Their mission is to ". . . offer their collective influence and experience to support peace building, address major causes of human suffering and promote the shared interests of humanity." I just discovered the work of this global village of thought leaders who are working collectively for positve change. One of their messages is the role that relgions continues to play throughout the world in the ongoing discrimination against women and girls. I respect their courage and willingness to raise their voices to move humanity forward. Click here for more.