Mission Statement

The Kofi Annan Foundation supports Kofi Annan’s efforts to provide inspirational and catalytic leadership on critical global issues, particularly preserving and building peace and facilitating more equitable sharing of the benefits of globalisation, by promoting poverty alleviation, good governance, human rights and the rule of law.

Global Leadership

Kofi Annan's interventions on critical global issues aim to build awareness and promote constructive action. The Foundation provides the analytical, communication and co-ordination capacities needed to ensure that these objectives are achieved.

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Mediation and Conflict Resolution

Kofi Annan's contribution to peace worldwide is delivered through mediation, political mentoring, advocacy, advice and other good offices. Through his engagement, Kofi Annan aims to strengthen local and international conflict resolution capabilities.

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Advocacy and Partnerships

Kofi Annan is actively involved with a number of other organisations whose activities advance the objectives to which he is committed.

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News & Media

In the News | 26 July 2010 | The National, UAE
Jimmy Carter and Kofi Annan call for concerted action…
Press Release | 16 July 2010 | Geneva, Switzerland
AU Panel calls for the forthcoming referendum on Kenya's Constitution to be conducted in a free, transparent and peaceful manner...
Press Release | 13 July 2010 | Geneva, Switzerland
Kofi Annan commends Iranian authorities' decision to commute stoning…
  • Mediation and Conflict Resolution
In the News | 12 July 2010 | BBC Sport
Kofi Annan praises African teams: "Properly trained, disciplined, with practice they can go all the way…"
  • Global Leadership