Global Leaders Sign Elders’ Open Letter Calling for Bold Action on Existential Threats

Global Leaders Sign Elders’ Open Letter Calling for Bold Action on Existential Threats Feb 15, 2024

Over 100 leading figures, led by members of The Elders and the Future of Life Institute, have issued an open letter calling on world leaders to take a bold new approach to address ‘catastrophic’ risks to humanity. More
The Elders Call for Israel to Comply with ICJ Measures

The Elders Call for Israel to Comply with ICJ Measures Jan 30, 2024

In a new statement, The Elders – including Mary Robinson, Ban Ki-moon, Graça Machel, and Gro Harlem Brundtland – are calling on Israel to comply with the International Court of Justice: More
David Beckham Visits India With UNICEF

David Beckham Visits India With UNICEF Nov 29, 2023

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador David Beckham travelled to India this month to meet children and adolescents, including girls who are bringing about change and innovation in their communities, and young women who have overcome barriers to help close gender gaps. More
The Women's Media Center 2023 Women's Media Awards Honors Mariska Hargitay, Fredricka Whitfield and More

The Women's Media Center 2023 Women's Media Awards Honors Mariska Hargitay, Fredricka Whitfield and More Oct 27, 2023

THE WOMEN'S MEDIA CENTER hosted their 2023 WOMEN’S MEDIA AWARDS on October 19th at the Whitby Hotel in New York City. More
The Elders: Palestinian and Israeli Lives Must be Valued Equally in Global Response to Crisis

The Elders: Palestinian and Israeli Lives Must be Valued Equally in Global Response to Crisis Oct 26, 2023

The following is a statement from The Elders, a group of independent global leaders working for peace, justice and human rights, founded by Nelson Mandela and chaired by Mary Robinson: More
Equality Now To Host 2023 Make Equality Reality Gala

Equality Now To Host 2023 Make Equality Reality Gala Oct 10, 2023

Equality Now (EN), a leading international women’s rights organization that uses the law to protect and promote women’s and girls’ rights, will hold its annual Make Equality Reality Gala on October 11, 2023 in New York City. More
Cat Deeley Joins Campaigners at Downing Street

Cat Deeley Joins Campaigners at Downing Street Sep 29, 2023

UNICEF UK Ambassador, TV presenter and mum of two, Cat Deeley, joined UNICEF UK campaigners at Downing Street recently to hand in a growing petition calling on the UK Government to improve early childhood services across the country. More
2023 Global Citizen Festival Sees $240 Million Commitment To Combat Global Food Crisis

2023 Global Citizen Festival Sees $240 Million Commitment To Combat Global Food Crisis Sep 27, 2023

The 2023 Global Citizen Festival campaign has culminated in the largest commitment from any government this year to the International Fund for Agricultural Development to address the global hunger crisis, announced by Emmanuel Macron, President of France. More
Red Hot Chili Peppers and Ms. Lauren Hill to Headline 2023 Global Citizen Festival

Red Hot Chili Peppers and Ms. Lauren Hill to Headline 2023 Global Citizen Festival Jul 12, 2023

International advocacy organization Global Citizen today announced the Global Citizen Festival will return to the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park in New York City on Saturday, September 23. More
Elders Warn of Consequences of “One-State Reality” in Israel and Palestine

Elders Warn of Consequences of “One-State Reality” in Israel and Palestine Jun 26, 2023

Following their visit to Israel and and Palestine, Mary Robinson and Ban Ki-moon warn that a ‘one-state reality’ is now rapidly extinguishing the prospect of a two-state solution. More
Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2023 Raises £14.6 Million

Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2023 Raises £14.6 Million Jun 23, 2023

Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2023, broadcast live and exclusively on ITV1, STV and ITVX last week from Old Trafford, Manchester, has raised £14.6 million for UNICEF’s vital work giving children around the world the happy, healthy, play-filled childhoods they are entitled to. More
UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Ishmael Beah Visits Mexico

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Ishmael Beah Visits Mexico Jun 21, 2023

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Ishmael Beah travelled to Tijuana and Mexico City last week to meet with internally displaced children and families fleeing armed violence. More
Red Nose Day Harnesses The Power of Entertainment to Raise $41 Million in 2023 Campaign

Red Nose Day Harnesses The Power of Entertainment to Raise $41 Million in 2023 Campaign Jun 19, 2023

Comic Relief US held its ninth annual Red Nose Day on May 25, demonstrating the profound impact that joy, levity, and laughter can have in driving transformational change. More
More Stars Join Global Citizen's 'Power Our Planet: Live in Paris'

More Stars Join Global Citizen's 'Power Our Planet: Live in Paris' Jun 15, 2023

Global Citizen, the world’s leading international advocacy organization on a mission to end extreme poverty NOW, has announced John Boyega, Connie Britton, Sabrina Dhowre Elba, Cyril Dion, Danai Gurira, Diane Kruger, Aïssa Maïga, Norman Reedus and Michelle Yeoh will join ‘Power Our Planet: Live in Paris’ on Thursday, June 22, taking place at the historic Champ de Mars in Paris. More
The Elders Urge Global Co-Operation to Manage Risks and Share Benefits of AI

The Elders Urge Global Co-Operation to Manage Risks and Share Benefits of AI Jun 6, 2023

The Elders are calling on world leaders to work together urgently on the design of strong international governance, to allow all humanity to take advantage of the opportunities of Artificial Intelligence (AI), while limiting the enormous risks. More
Global Citizen Announces Power Our Planet: Live in Paris

Global Citizen Announces Power Our Planet: Live in Paris May 26, 2023

Global Citizen, the world’s leading international advocacy organization on a mission to end extreme poverty NOW, has announced its return to the iconic Champ de Mars in Paris on Thursday, June 22 with ‘Power Our Planet: Live in Paris’. More
Stars to Join Global Citizen NOW in NYC

Stars to Join Global Citizen NOW in NYC Apr 26, 2023

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Artist, Activist and Global Citizen Ambassador John Legend have joined the growing list of leaders gathering in New York City this week for Global Citizen NOW, the summit setting a global agenda for action on the most urgent issues facing humanity and the planet. More
Comic Relief US and The Harlem Globetrotters Partner for Red Nose Day

Comic Relief US and The Harlem Globetrotters Partner for Red Nose Day Apr 18, 2023

Red Nose Day and the world famous Harlem Globetrotters, both globally recognized for embracing the power of fun and entertainment, are coming together to raise money, change lives and build healthy futures for all children. More
Red Nose Day Returns May 25

Red Nose Day Returns May 25 Apr 17, 2023

Comic Relief US’ annual Red Nose Day campaign is back on May 25 for its ninth year, raising life-changing funds to help end the cycle of poverty and ensure children are safe, healthy, educated and empowered across the U.S. and around the world. More
Orlando Bloom Returns To Ukraine With UNICEF

Orlando Bloom Returns To Ukraine With UNICEF Apr 3, 2023

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Orlando Bloom travelled to Ukraine last week to meet children and families affected by the war. More
Soccer Aid for UNICEF to Return in June 2023

Soccer Aid for UNICEF to Return in June 2023 Mar 17, 2023

More than 74,000 fans will roar Soccer Aid for UNICEF back to Manchester United’s Old Trafford on Sunday 11th June. More
The Elders Call for International Condemnation of Russia's New START Suspension

The Elders Call for International Condemnation of Russia's New START Suspension Feb 24, 2023

On the first anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, The Elders call on all UN member states to condemn President Putin’s latest efforts to escalate his illegal war on Ukraine through suspending Russia’s participation in New START (Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty). More
Angelina Jolie Steps Down As UNHCR Special Refugee Envoy

Angelina Jolie Steps Down As UNHCR Special Refugee Envoy Jan 18, 2023

After more than 20 years of dedicated and committed work with the UN Refugee Agency advocating for the rights and protection of forcibly displaced people around the world, Angelina Jolie is moving on from her role as UNHCR's Special Envoy to engage on a broader set of humanitarian and human rights issues. More
Organizations from Around the World Call on South Africa to Reject New Bill Decriminalizing the Sex Trade

Organizations from Around the World Call on South Africa to Reject New Bill Decriminalizing the Sex Trade Jan 10, 2023

Nearly 2,000 sex trade survivors, women’s and human rights advocates, anti-trafficking organizations, frontline service providers, and concerned individuals from over 60 countries signed an open letter urging the South African government to reject the Bill proposed by the Minister and Deputy Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola and John Jeffery, respectively. More
Angélique Kidjo Visits Bénin

Angélique Kidjo Visits Bénin Dec 21, 2022

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Angélique Kidjo returned to her home country Bénin last week to meet children and young people impacted by the spillover of violence from the Sahel crisis and climate change in the region. More
Olivia Coleman Packs Humanitarian Supplies For Ukraine

Olivia Coleman Packs Humanitarian Supplies For Ukraine Dec 16, 2022

UNICEF UK President, Olivia Colman, visited the UNICEF Global Supply and Logistics Hub in Copenhagen last week, where supplies are being shipped to Ukraine, and other humanitarian crises around the world, including Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Pakistan, South Sudan and Yemen. More
Alyssa Milano Celebrates Milestone 20th Anniversary as a UNICEF Ambassador

Alyssa Milano Celebrates Milestone 20th Anniversary as a UNICEF Ambassador Dec 2, 2022

On the cusp of celebrating her 20th year as a UNICEF Ambassador, actor and activist Alyssa Milano traveled to Egypt with UNICEF USA to witness girls’ empowerment and education programming firsthand. More
Stars Attend Equality Now Gala

Stars Attend Equality Now Gala Nov 25, 2022

Last week, Equality Now hosted its 30th Anniversary Gala to celebrate the organization’s three decades of gender equality work and the EN 30 for 30 list of artists, activists, and advocates. More
The Women’s Media Center 2022 Women’s Media Awards

The Women’s Media Center 2022 Women’s Media Awards Nov 21, 2022

THE WOMEN'S MEDIA CENTER hosted their 2022 WOMEN’S MEDIA AWARDS on November 17th at the Mandarin Oriental in New York City. More
Priyanka Chopra Jonas Calls For More Investment in Girls During Visit to India

Priyanka Chopra Jonas Calls For More Investment in Girls During Visit to India Nov 16, 2022

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Priyanka Chopra Jonas travelled to Uttar Pradesh in northern India this week to visit UNICEF programmes helping to improve children’s education, and access to health, nutrition, and protection. More