Jan Eliasson, Advocate of the UN Millennium Development Goals, served as a key discussion leader in NEST's third forum session: Bridging the Education Gap.
Mr. Eliasson has served as President of the UN General Assembly and was the first UN Under-Secretary for Humanitarian Affairs, mediating in several conflicts in Iran, Iraq and Darfour. In his current position as advocate of the UN Millennium Development Goals, Mr. Eliasson has succeeded in raising awareness of the great challenges in eliminating poverty, hunger and disease. A long-time human rights advocate, Mr. Eliasson provided keen insights into issues related to universal education and social development.
Related links:
United Nations Millennium Development Goals website
Extended bio: President of the 60th session of the UN General Assembly
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