Global Influencers Unite to Tackle Extreme Poverty at New York Summit: The Global Citizen NOW Event

The Global Citizen NOW event is set to take place in New York on May 1st and 2nd, bringing together influential decision-makers from politics, business, and philanthropy. Among the attendees are Michelle Yeoh, Hugh Jackman, Danai Gurira, Dakota Johnson, Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi and Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg. The summit seeks to create a global agenda for urgent action to address challenges associated with extreme poverty.

Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans emphasized the importance of advancing ideas to end extreme poverty. He stated that the world is facing critical issues that require immediate attention. Actors like Hugh Jackman, Danai Gurira, and Dakota Johnson will be participating in the event. They will focus on defeating preventable diseases such as malaria, polio, and HPV while also announcing initiatives related to preserving the Amazon Rainforest and increasing investments in Africa through the World Bank.

Danai Gurira expressed her commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices, particularly focusing on addressing inequities in Africa. She emphasized the need for more representation of diverse perspectives in discussions around these critical issues. The Global Citizen NOW event aims to inspire the next generation of advocates, particularly Gen Z and millennial leaders by awarding five young individuals making extraordinary efforts to create positive change in the world with financial support through the Global Citizen Prize awards.