globalcitizen.org
As proposed by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG), the Global Citizen Music Festival was started as part of many worldwide attempts to end extreme poverty by 2030. The Festival which commenced in 2012 is a free ticketed event which encourages charitable contributions. Coldplay's Chris Martin is the present Creative Director.
A special global goal is the education of girls. Almost 62 million girls are denied the right to a good education. #62MillionGirls
It's slogan is: "TAKE ACTION | EARN TICKETS | SEE IMPACT Launch the global goals and join the movement to end extreme poverty"
The Global Citizen Festival took place yesterday on The Great Lawn of New York's Central park. The event was hosted by Stephen Colbert, Salma Hayek Pinault, Deborah-Lee and Hugh Jackman, Kerry Washington and Olivia Wilde. The musical performers were Beyonce, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran and Pearl Jam.
Michelle Obama, The First Lady of The United States was in attendance.
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Michelle Obama and Beyonce
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Selma Hayek and H.M. Queen Rania of Jordan
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Kerry Washington and Olivia Wilde
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Coldplay
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Pearl Jam Backstage With The NYPD
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Ariana Grande and Coldplay
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Ed Sheeran and Beyonce
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Hugh Jackman
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Pearl Jam and Beyonce
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Kerry Washington and Usher Discuss Global Goals
Usher and First Lady Michelle Obama both brought attention to the 62 million girls. While Mindy Kaling and Kerry Washington displayed photos of their very young selves to harness the point.
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Usher said: "In school I learned information unlocks opportunity. #62MillionGirls don't have that chance."
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Michelle Obama
The First Lady said: "in school I learned how to speak up for myself. #62MillionGirls don't have that chance."
Mindy Kaling and Kerry Washington tweeted beautiful throw back photos to bring attention to 62 million girls who are currently denied an education.
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Young Mindy
Mindy said "I was all smiles because I got to go to school and be myself. #62MillionGirls don't have that chance. Let's end that."
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Young Kerry
Kerry said "in school I learned to apply cultural and historical context. #62MillionGirls don't have that chance..."
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Had no idea 62 millions girls don't have the opportunity :( smh. Prayers for them.
ReplyDeleteGreat place, wonderful food with modern ambiance and comfortable seating with plenty of room. It is now probably one of the best venues Chicago in my list. Perfect food, great decor and vibrant atmosphere.
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