Global Citizen Festival
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| Name | Global Citizen Festival |
| Location | Central Park, New York City |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Founders | Hugh Evans, Ryan Gall, Simon Moss |
Global Citizen Festival is an annual music festival that takes place in Central Park, New York City, and is organized by Global Poverty Project, a nonprofit organization founded by Hugh Evans, Ryan Gall, and Simon Moss. The festival aims to raise awareness and funds to address extreme poverty, with the help of United Nations, World Bank, and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. It features performances by renowned artists such as Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Coldplay, and Kendrick Lamar, who have all supported the cause, along with Michelle Obama, Malala Yousafzai, and Nelson Mandela, who have been involved in the fight against poverty and inequality.
History
The first Global Citizen Festival took place in 2012, with performances by Neil Young, Foo Fighters, and The Black Keys, and was attended by Ban Ki-moon, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama. Since then, the festival has grown in size and popularity, with subsequent events featuring performances by Alicia Keys, John Legend, and Stevie Wonder, as well as appearances by Angela Merkel, Justin Trudeau, and Emmanuel Macron. The festival has also been supported by Oprah Winfrey, Elton John, and Leonardo DiCaprio, who have all been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including work with UNICEF, Red Cross, and World Wildlife Fund.
Objectives
The primary objective of the Global Citizen Festival is to raise awareness and funds to address extreme poverty, with a focus on issues such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, and education, as highlighted by WHO, UNESCO, and World Health Organization. The festival also aims to promote sustainability, equality, and human rights, as advocated by Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, and International Labor Organization. By partnering with organizations such as Oxfam, Save the Children, and CARE, the festival seeks to mobilize G7, G20, and European Union leaders to take action against poverty and inequality, as emphasized by IMF, World Bank, and European Commission.
Festival_lineups
The Global Citizen Festival has featured a diverse range of performers over the years, including Rihanna, Kanye West, Paul McCartney, and Taylor Swift, as well as appearances by Pope Francis, Dalai Lama, and Desmond Tutu. The festival has also included performances by Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, and Shakira, who have all been involved in various charitable efforts, including work with UNHCR, UNDP, and FAO. Other notable performers have included Bruno Mars, The Weeknd, and Lady Gaga, who have all supported causes such as LGBTQ+ rights, climate change, and mental health awareness, as highlighted by WHO, UNFCCC, and World Mental Health Day.
Impact_and_legacy
The Global Citizen Festival has had a significant impact on raising awareness and funds to address extreme poverty, with millions of dollars raised for various causes, including Polio eradication, refugee support, and disaster relief, as supported by Rotary International, UNHCR, and Red Cross. The festival has also helped to mobilize leaders such as Angela Merkel, Justin Trudeau, and Emmanuel Macron to take action against poverty and inequality, as emphasized by G7, G20, and European Union. The festival's legacy continues to inspire social activism, philanthropy, and community engagement, as exemplified by the work of Malala Fund, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and Ford Foundation.
Organization_and_partnerships
The Global Citizen Festival is organized by Global Poverty Project, a nonprofit organization that works in partnership with United Nations, World Bank, and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to address extreme poverty. The festival is also supported by Citi, Guinness, and Microsoft, as well as Google, Facebook, and Twitter, which have all provided significant funding and resources to support the cause. Other partners include Oxfam, Save the Children, and CARE, which have all worked together to mobilize G7, G20, and European Union leaders to take action against poverty and inequality, as emphasized by IMF, World Bank, and European Commission. The festival has also been supported by Nobel Peace Prize laureates such as Malala Yousafzai, Nelson Mandela, and Jimmy Carter, who have all been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including work with Carter Center, Nelson Mandela Foundation, and Malala Fund.