![]() ![]() When I look at human rights in the broadest sense – with a 21st century lens – I see a roadmap out of the dead end. The Declaration reminds us that the “inherent dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace.” We need to take inspiration from its spirit and its substance. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration – the distillation of our shared mission to uphold and uplift our common humanity. It is a time for transformation.Ī transformation grounded in everything that guides our work – starting with the UN Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. We have an obligation to act – in deep and systemic ways.Īfter all, the world is not moving incrementally.Ĭlimate destruction is not moving incrementally. Look at what will happen to all of us tomorrow – and act. We need to change the mindset of decision making.ĭon’t focus solely on what may happen to you today – and dither. This near-term thinking is not only deeply irresponsible – it is immoral.īecause it makes the problems we face today – in the here and now – more intractable, more divisive, and more dangerous. But also the next business cycle – or even the next day’s stock price. The next tactical political maneuver to cling to power. There is a bias in political and business life for the short-term. Politicians and decisionmakers are hobbled by what I call a preference for the present. The good news is that we know how to turn things around - on climate, on finance, on conflict resolution, on and on.Īnd we know that the costs of inaction far exceed the costs of action.īut the strategic vision – the long-term thinking and commitment - is missing. The gulf between the haves and have nots is cleaving societies, countries and our wider world.Įpic geopolitical divisions are undermining global solidarity and trust. We have started 2023 staring down the barrel of a confluence of challenges unlike any other in our lifetimes.Įxtreme wealth and extreme poverty rage on. In truth, the Doomsday Clock is a global alarm clock. This is the closest the clock has ever stood to humanity’s darkest hour – and closer than even during the height of the Cold War. The Doomsday Clock is now 90 seconds to midnight, which means 90 seconds to total global catastrophe. In 2023, they surveyed the state of the world – with the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the runaway climate catastrophe, rising nuclear threats that are undermining global norms and institutions. ![]() Year after year, experts have measured humanity’s proximity to midnight – in other words, to self-destruction. That symbolic clock was created 76 years ago by atomic scientists, including Albert Einstein. One month ago, we turned the calendar on a new year.īut just days ago, another clock turned – the so-called Doomsday clock. It is time for all of us to show the same solidarity that I have witnessed in the area in relation to refugees fleeing one of the most difficult conflicts of our time. The United Nations is mobilizing to support the emergency response.Īnd so let’s us work together in solidarity to assist all those hit by this disaster, many of whom were already in dire need of humanitarian aid.ĭuring my tenure as High Commissioner for Refugees, I went several times to work in that area, and I will never forget the extraordinary demonstration of generosity of the people of the area. I extend my condolences to the families of the victims. 1.įor additional information contact Shannon Ernst at (775)428-0211 or Michelle at (775)333-5499.Before we begin, I want to convey my deep sadness about the devastating earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria. 17 to secure your spot by contacting Michelle Duggan at or by calling (775)333-5499 or contact Churchill County Social Services at (775)423-6695 ext. Refreshments will be provided at each session. 23 at the Fallon Convention Center at the following times: 23.Īre you interested in owning your own home here in Churchill County but find market prices unaffordable for you and your family? Churchill County, in partnership with the Community Foundation of Western Nevada, will hold small group conversations to talk with individuals, families, seniors and Navy personnel about home ownership through the community land trust model.Ĭonversations will be held Jan. The Community Foundation of Western Nevada will hold community conversations on a path to affordable home ownership at the Fallon Convention Center on Jan. ![]()
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