The Global Citizen NOW summit, to be held in New York on May 1st and 2nd, will gather influential decision-makers from various fields, including politics, business, and philanthropy. Among the attendees are celebrities like Michelle Yeoh, Hugh Jackman, Danai Gurira, and Dakota Johnson.
Michelle Yeoh is a renowned actress known for her roles in blockbuster films like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. She has also been an advocate for gender equality and has worked with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to promote sustainable development.
Hugh Jackman is an Australian actor and producer who has starred in numerous successful films like Wolverine and X-Men. He is also a passionate advocate for environmental conservation and has worked with organizations like the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority to protect the world’s largest coral reef system.
Danai Gurira is a Zimbabwean-American actress who has won critical acclaim for her roles in TV shows like The Walking Dead and Black Panther. She is also a humanitarian activist who works with organizations like UN Women to promote gender equality and women’s rights.
Dakota Johnson is an American actress who gained fame as Jane Foster in Marvel’s Thor movies. She is also an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has worked with organizations like the Human Rights Campaign to promote equality for all people.
The summit aims to create a global agenda for urgent action on issues related to extreme poverty, such as food insecurity, climate change, and public health. Global Citizen CEO Hugh Evans stressed the importance of addressing these issues through collaborative efforts among influential decision-makers and popular culture figures. The event will feature actors like Hugh Jackman, Danai Gurira, Dakota Johnson, leaders from companies like Cisco, Citi, Delta, and PayPal.
