Stephen Lewis

Canadian diplomat and UN ambassador

Stephen Lewis - Canadian diplomat and UN ambassador
Born

November 11th, 1937
87 years ago

Died

August 12th, 2015
9 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Canada

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A Canadian politician and diplomat served as the 14th Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations from 1984 to 1988. Lewis played a significant role in advancing international relations and advocating for humanitarian causes during his tenure. He was a key figure in Canadian politics, representing the New Democratic Party and holding various positions including Member of Provincial Parliament in Ontario. After his diplomatic service, he became a prominent advocate for global health issues, particularly in relation to HIV/AIDS, and worked with several organizations dedicated to these causes. Lewis's efforts extended to numerous speeches and initiatives seeking to elevate the discourse on social justice and equity on a global scale.

Served as 14th Canadian Ambassador to the UN

Advocated for global health and HIV/AIDS initiatives

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