Global Citizen

Global Citizen

Non-profit Organizations

New York, New York 58,390 followers

Global Citizen is a movement using its collective voice to end extreme poverty by 2030.

About us

We are an advocacy organization dedicated to ending extreme poverty by 2030. We do this by encouraging people to learn and take action on our platform; those actions apply pressure on world leaders to make commitments around the issues associated with extreme poverty: gender equality, food security, education, the environment, global health, citizenship, and sanitation. We don't ask people for money, but to take action for the world’s poor. These actions can be as simple as a tweet, signing a petition, making a phone call, or sending an email. By taking action, these Global Citizens are rewarded with access and tickets to our music festivals and other events around the world. So far, more than 13 million actions have been taken by Global Citizens, leading to $35 billion commitments being made by world leaders, which are set to affect 1.3 billion lives by 2030.

Website
http://www.globalcitizen.org
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2012
Specialties
Non-profit, digital campaigning, advocacy, social media amplification, music, poverty, social impact, influencer activation, and events

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    If we want to end the global food crisis, we need urgent action from our world leaders 🌎 That’s why we’re proud to be partnering with the Governo do Brasil – the host of this year’s #G20 – to face the problem head on! Earlier this week, we headed to Rio for #SOFI2024, where Brazil’s G20 presidency established the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, a game-changing coalition uniting solutions and knowledge to drive action towards ending the hunger crisis. And Paul Newnham, CEO of SDG2 Advocacy Hub, joined us on the ground to share more about the importance of achieving SDG2’s ultimate goal of “zero hunger”. Hear what we has to say about this vital work, then join us in driving a global plan to end the global hunger crisis once and for all. https://lnkd.in/eQKecpHX

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    🌍 As #G20 ministers gather in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, the stakes for global leadership couldn’t be higher as inequality soars within and among nations. 🚨 Astonishingly, 1 in 4 developing economies is poorer today than in 2019. On the 80th anniversary of the Bretton Woods Institutions, we have a historic opportunity to fundamentally reshape the global financial system once again. We’ve written a letter signed on by 26 other orgs outlining 5 critical actions G20 countries can take to move forward action on sustainable development, inequality, and the climate crisis: 1️⃣ Support IDA21 Replenishment: The International Development Association (IDA) provides vital grants and low-interest loans to 75 of the world’s poorest countries. Increasing support to IDA by at least 25% can significantly contribute to ending extreme poverty worldwide. 2️⃣ Join the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty: G20 members should unite with Brazil’s Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty and commit to programs that fight hunger and bolster social safety nets both domestically and internationally. 3️⃣ Leverage Special Drawing Rights (SDRs): Channeling SDRs through the African Development Bank and Inter-American Development Bank hybrid capital mechanism could help quadruple their value, boosting financing for climate and food security. 4️⃣ Accelerate Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) Evolution: MDBs are crucial in lending resources to low-income countries. The G20 should ensure MDBs provide maximum value and work harmoniously to support countries’ priorities effectively. 5️⃣ Address Global Debt: Global debt deprives millions of essential health, education, climate, and humanitarian resources. The G20 must implement debt treatment and cancellation where possible and ensure new loans are transparent and open to public scrutiny. Introducing measures like debt pause clauses can quickly free up funds during emergencies. 6️⃣ Update Fairer Taxes: Top-polluting industries must pay their fair share in taxes. G20 members should endorse a global standard to tax billionaires and polluters adequately, and support efforts for Global Solidarity Levies to rebuild trust and support across the Global South. G20 Finance Ministers — seize this opportunity. Your leadership can reverse global inequality and usher in a new era of international cooperation. Let’s make this G20 meeting a turning point for a fairer, more sustainable future.

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    For one of the first times in #G20 history, the entire Ministerial Meeting of the G20 Task Force will be live streamed and available to watch from anywhere! Tune in NOW as we co-host the G20 Brasil 2024 Task Force Ministerial Meeting side event, "Public Policies to Combat Hunger and Poverty: Empowering Women and Girls for Sustainable Development," alongside the Governo do Brasil. We are honored to welcome an esteemed panel of speakers including: First Lady of Brazil, Janja Lula Silva, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, Cindy McCain, Dr. Alvaro Lario, and Elisabetta Recine. The panel will be moderated by International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Goodwill Ambassador, Sabrina Dhowre Elba. Don't miss the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty! Watch live here 👇 https://lnkd.in/egpYDw8r

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    Tomorrow, July 24, we’ll be in Rio de Janeiro co-hosting the G20 Brasil Task Force Ministerial Meeting side event, "Public Policies to Combat Hunger and Poverty: Empowering Women and Girls for Sustainable Development," alongside the Governo do Brasil. We’ll be joined by the First Lady of Brazil, Janja Lula Silva, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, Cindy McCain, Dr. Alvaro Lario, and Elisabetta Recine for a discussion panel moderated by none other than International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Goodwill Ambassador Sabrina Dhowre Elba. This worldwide alliance of policy experts will share crucial knowledge with each other on how to build social safety nets and protections that have been proven to reduce malnutrition, paired with crucial funding. Watch the launch of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty here 👇https://lnkd.in/eRUUJT3N

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    No matter where you are in the world, former South African president Nelson Mandela’s words ignite hope, drive action, and foster resilience in the hearts of those who hear them. In 2013, the House of Mandela and Tribeca Film Institute launched "The Power of Words," where five filmmakers interpret Mandela quotes through short films. For July 2024, we're joining House of Mandela, Slow Factory, Times LIVE, and others to revive this series and spark a new generational dialogue. Experience the films showcasing Mandela's enduring legacy by clicking the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/ere-zegN

    How The Power of Words Film Series Celebrates Mandela's Legacy

    How The Power of Words Film Series Celebrates Mandela's Legacy

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    This year's annual #MandelaDay celebration of the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela takes on profound significance with the theme: “It’s in your hands.” This powerful call to action resonates deeply, urging individuals, communities, and organizations to reflect on Nelson Mandela’s values and principles and strive for positive change. It is more crucial than ever to heed Mandela’s legacy and work tirelessly to combat poverty and injustice. Not sure how to make a real difference this July 18? Here are a few ideas to create change in your community today and every day 🫶⁠

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    This year, a Global Plastics Treaty is being negotiated that could finally turn the tide on the plastic pollution emergency. The Waste Pickers Association is fighting tooth and nail to make sure that treaty matches the scale of this global crisis. But they’re up against some powerful forces. 99% of plastic is made from fossil fuels — and Big Oil is making sure we produce more and more plastic each year. It’s time to break our toxic relationship with plastic. Join the movement of Global Citizens, governments, activists, and organizations around the world demanding action by endorsing the call for a Global Plastics Treaty. https://bit.ly/3S0TJEY

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