Jan Egeland

Jan Egeland

politician Norway

Jan Egeland is a prominent Norwegian humanitarian leader and the Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council. He has a long history of advocating for human rights and humanitarian assistance, having served in various roles within the United Nations and other international organizations. Egeland has been vocal about the challenges faced by humanitarian agencies, particularly in light of recent cuts to aid, emphasizing the urgent need for support for those affected by conflicts and disasters.

Born on Mar 15, 1965 (60 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
33,164
Power
1,319$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 7.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 33,164 $2,700,000 1,319$
Totals 1 67,886,011 33,164 $2,700,000 1,319$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Jan Egeland is the Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council, warning about the dire situation in Gaza. 7

BBC: Shelters plea for Gazans as winter rains raise fears of more disease and death

Norway Norway: Jan Egeland is the Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council and condemned the attacks on civilians in El Fasher. 9

Aftenposten: Satellittbildene minner ekspertene om to av historiens verste folkemord

Norway Norway: Jan Egeland is the Secretary General of the Norwegian Refugee Council and condemned the attacks on civilians in El Fasher. 9

Aftenposten: Satellittbildene minner ekspertene om to av historiens verste folkemord

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Jan Egeland described the situation in el-Fasher as catastrophic and the worst place on Earth. 2

BBC: RSF militia killed 460 people at el-Fasher hospital, says WHO

Canada Canada: Jan Egeland is the secretary general of the Norwegian Refugee Council and voiced alarm about the situation in El Fasher. 7

The Globe and Mail: Sudanese militia captures Darfur army base after 18-month siege of starving city

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Jan Egeland, the group’s secretary general, called on Israel and Hamas to reach a deal quickly. 5

The Guardian: At least 53 Palestinians killed in fresh wave of Israeli attacks on Gaza | Gaza

Canada Canada: Jan Egeland, secretary-general of the Norwegian Refugee Council and one of the world’s most experienced relief workers, described the situation in Sudan as a civilization at absolute breaking point. 7

The Globe and Mail: Dozens killed by drone strike on mosque in besieged Sudanese city

Canada Canada: Joseph Kony answered journalists' questions following a meeting with UN humanitarian chief Jan Egeland. 5

The Globe and Mail: Warlord Joseph Kony hides in remote African forests as ICC examines war-crimes charges