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Global Citizen
Building a movement to end extreme poverty by Ryan MuirUnited Nations Climate Change Conference COP26
Global Citizen's mission
Global Citizen’s mission is to build the largest movement of action taking Global Citizens to end extreme poverty. Read on to find out why combating climate change is vital to our aim of defeating poverty, and how Global Citizens are taking action to defend our planet.
Poverty and Climate Change
On our platform, Global Citizens learn about and take action on issues surrounding poverty, including how it is closely linked to climate.
Climate change is aggravating poverty. According to the UN, it will push up to 132 million people into extreme poverty by 2030.
Vulnerable Communities are hit the hardest
From severe droughts and fierce storms to blistering heat waves, poorer groups tend to live in the areas that are more exposed to climate change. Lacking resilient infrastructures and resources, impoverished communities face an amplified struggle to overcome extreme weather.
Defending the planet and defeating poverty by Rozette RagoUnited Nations Climate Change Conference COP26
Defending the planet and defeating poverty
It’s vital that Global Citizens work together to combat both climate change and poverty.
If we invest in mitigating climate change, we will inevitably reduce poverty; if we work to reduce poverty we will also help protect people from climate change.
How to take action with us
With our digital platform and app, you can take action to help end the vicious poverty cycle that climate change is imposing on poorer nations.
That’s why defending the planet is intrinsic to our aim of eradicating extreme poverty by 2030.
How Global Citizen makes an impactUnited Nations Climate Change Conference COP26
How we make an impact
So far, Global Citizens have taken nearly 30 million actions which, along with critical support from our partners, have helped realize billions in funds distributed already.
Actions can be as simple as sending a tweet, signing a petition, or sending an email.
We also reward Global Citizens for taking action with tickets to our incredible festivals and events, and special gifts from our Reward partners.
Global Citizen Live by Ryan MuirUnited Nations Climate Change Conference COP26
How Global Citizen makes an impact
In September 2021 we held Global Citizen Live, a 24-hour broadcast event across seven continents.
With performers such as Ed Sheeran, BTS, Elton John, Lizzo, Billie Eilish, Coldplay, and many more, we united the world in defending the planet and defeating poverty.
Climate Call to Action by Ryan MuirUnited Nations Climate Change Conference COP26
Climate Call to Action
Artists, celebrities, the private sector and world leaders came together to build momentum and energy for this very moment, COP26, and make a call that couldn’t be ignored: world leaders and the private sector must use this vital opportunity to take action on the climate crisis.
Global Citizen Live's Impact by Amir HamjaUnited Nations Climate Change Conference COP26
Global Citizen Live’s Impact
As well as raising awareness, more than US$1.1 billion, 157 million trees, and over 60 million COVID-19 vaccines were pledged during Global Citizen Live, thanks to partnerships between government, philanthropy, NGOs, and the private sector.
What's nextUnited Nations Climate Change Conference COP26
What's next?
Alongside the work of global advocates and campaigners, Global Citizen Live highlighted the efforts of 67 governments, 6 philanthropic foundations, 40 corporate partners, 13 new Race to Zero Signers, and 17 Climate Coalition members who pledged to do direct outreach to peers.
At COP26, Global Citizens are calling on world leaders and the private sector to tackle the growing threats of Climate change and contribute to solutions that will ensure the sustainable future of our planet.
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