Page 1 of 110 for Poverty Celebrity News

Dr. Jane Goodall Celebrates 90th Birthday Apr 4, 2024

On April 3, the world observed the 90th birthday of Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, a renowned ethologist, a conservationist, a UN Messenger of Peace and the founder of the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI). More →

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 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 →

Stars Walk the Yellow Brick Carpet for Save the Children's Wonderful Wizard of Oz Winter Gala Dec 13, 2023

Save the Children's annual Winter Gala returned last week with guests spotted walking along the Yellow Brick Road into the Emerald City at London’s Guildhall for a Wonderful Wizard of Oz-themed night of festivities. More →

Sophie Ellis-Bextor Puts Her Family at Heart of Limited-Edition Jumper Dec 7, 2023

Family is at the heart of everything this Christmas for singer and songwriter Sophie Ellis-Bextor as she takes inspiration from a poignant tattoo dedicated to her children and husband to design her exclusive ‘Love’ jumper for Save the Children's Christmas Jumper Day on Thursday 7th December. More →

Isla Fisher Visits Scotland to Support Children Affected by Cost-Of-Living Crisis Dec 6, 2023

Hollywood actor, children’s author and proud Save the Children ambassador Isla Fisher has returned to Scotland – just a few miles from where she grew up – to learn more about how the charity is supporting families across the country amid the cost-of-living crisis and helping children get the bright future they deserve. More →

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 →

2023 Baby2Baby Gala Presented By Paul Mitchell Raises Over $12 Million Nov 16, 2023

Baby2Baby, the national non-profit organization that provides basic necessities to children experiencing poverty, hosted its annual Baby2Baby Gala Presented by Paul Mitchell on Saturday, November 11 at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood. More →

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 →

Snoop Dogg to Perform at 2023 Baby2Baby Gala Oct 13, 2023

Baby2Baby, the national non-profit organization that provides basic necessities to children experiencing poverty, announced that global music and cultural icon Snoop Dogg will perform at the 2023 Baby2Baby Gala Presented by Paul Mitchell on Saturday, November 11 in Los Angeles. More →

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 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 →

Salma Hayek Pinault to be Honored at 2023 Baby2Baby Gala Sep 21, 2023

Baby2Baby, the national non-profit organization that provides basic necessities to children experiencing poverty, announced Oscar-nominated actress, Emmy-winning director, producer, and humanitarian Salma Hayek Pinault will be honored with the “Giving Tree Award” at the 2023 Baby2Baby Gala Presented by Paul Mitchell on Saturday, November 11 in Los Angeles. More →

Artists for Peace and Justice Celebrate 15 Years of Impact at Gala Sep 13, 2023

Co-chairs Natasha Koifman and Suzanne Boyd hosted the 15th annual Artists for Peace and Justice (APJ) Festival Gala, an intimate event raising $700,000 last week and $35 million over 15 years for education in Haiti. More →

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 →

Save the Children and New Barbie Movie Inspire and Empower Girls From Around the World Jul 11, 2023

Warner Bros. Discovery, in connection with Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming movie ‘Barbie," recently announced it is launching a global girls’ empowerment initiative. More →

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 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 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 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' 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 →

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 →