Global Citizen

?? Breaking news, Global Citizens! Benson Boone and RAYE are joining us on Sept. 28th at #GlobalCitizenFestival in Central Park! They’ll join Post Malone, Doja Cat, LISA, Jelly Roll, and Rauw Alejandro for an unforgettable night of music and impact. Join us in NYC to demand action for a better world by earning your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eyRve4Pf

On September 28, it’s not just about the incredible musical performers—we’re also thrilled to host a stellar lineup of speakers. They’re joining forces to demand action and drive change. Don’t miss out— learn more about how you can join us: https://lnkd.in/eqQRz46i

Joining us for #GlobalCitizenFestival 2024? Use Venmo to pay for any purchase onsite and enjoy a 10% discount! See below for a quick breakdown of how it works. We can't wait for September 28! Must pay with Venmo at the Festival to receive Discount. Offer expires at the end of the Festival. Full Offer Terms apply: globalcitizen.org/venmo10. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with LinkedIn.

We’re thrilled to share that the inaugural Economic Development Assembly: Advancing Africa’s Future is set to take place on October 9-10 in Abidjan, C?te d’Ivoire! The goal? To mobilize significant financial investments from G20 countries to support IDA, the World Bank’s largest program to fight extreme poverty, as we approach the IDA21 replenishment. This invite-only gathering will convene Heads of State, finance ministers, private sector leaders, Multilateral Development Banks and civil society to drive attention and resources towards development and economic growth for the African continent. We’re proud to team up with Bridgewater Associates to present this event, in partnership with the Government of C?te d’Ivoire and Harith General Partners, and supported by our longtime global partner Citi. Interested in attending this invite-only event? Learn more today: https://lnkd.in/em6Qx4JG

This election season, your voice COUNTS. Yes, you! Whether you’re newly registered and casting your first vote, or not old enough to vote yet, we can all play a part in building a better world, and it starts with using your voice. That’s why we teamed up with Aéropostale to launch the Aero x Global Citizen Vote Collection, inspiring young people to be engaged citizens and future voters. We’ll also be highlighting all the ways you can engage this election season to make your voice heard – so view the collection and learn more today: https://lnkd.in/egejNXm2

Every day is a great day to shout out the activists who are working to make the world a better place. That’s why Global Citizen is proud to partner with The Young Activists Summit to bring you a virtual exhibition celebrating 30 years of honoring the world's most formidable young activists. The virtual exhibition, which serves as an extension to an in-person exhibition in Geneva, will be live from Sept. 3, 2024, and highlights the 30 young leaders who have been saluted by the summit over the last three decades. Take a peek at the exhibition from wherever you are in the world, and get to know these budding powerhouses and the extraordinary work that they do. https://lnkd.in/gJ5YwP8X

Global Citizens, tis the season to hop on a bike and join the movement towards a greener future ahead of #GlobalCitizenFestival! ?????

Two milli two milli two milli-ion actions taken so far ahead of this year’s #GlobalCitizenFestival! Together, you’ve taken action to: ??Demand Equity ??Defend the Planet ??Defeat Poverty Help us keep the momentum going and break our action-taking record, and hey, you may just earn yourself a pair of tickets! https://lnkd.in/eyRve4Pf

Ajay Banga, my friend and President of The World Bank, joined me to talk about the research capabilities Bridgewater Associates is contributing to better understanding economic conditions in Sub-Saharan Africa. I first met Ajay a couple of years ago, and our paths have crossed many times since, including when he announced several transformative World Bank initiatives on the Global Citizen stage in Paris. I admire his courage, his commitment to having impact, and the vision to forge innovative partnerships like the one between our organizations. There’s nothing better than meaningful work and meaningful relationships. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eEHZiWVj Porter D., Devon Long, Eka Zhao, CFA, Michael Sheldrick, Hugh Evans

What are the global implications of an ongoing demographic transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa? That’s what Nir Bar Dea, CEO of Bridgewater, and Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank, recently sat down to discuss. Bridgewater Associates’s efforts to support the World Bank’s International Development Association 21st replenishment have resulted in the partnership between Bridgewater and Global Citizen to produce the African Economic Assembly in C?te d’Ivoire, along with new research – launching today! The focus of this research? Outlining potential economic trajectories of Africa and how growth can be furthered. In our new white paper, we explore transformation and population growth in Sub-Saharan Africa, and how this dynamic will have an impact on the region’s role in the global economy. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eyGkkkVM