Global Citizen

At just 16, Franco Rodriguez Viau co-founded Satellites on Fire, an AI-powered early warning system now protecting 56 million hectares across 19 countries and preventing over 400 wildfires in recent months. Backed by Techstars, the UN Green Climate Fund, and Reddit’s Alexis Ohanian, Franco is turning cutting-edge technology into a tool for global resilience. As a winner of the Global Citizen and PayPal Small Business Impact Awards, Franco received $25,000 to continue scaling innovation that protects our planet’s most vulnerable ecosystems.

We’re just four days away from #GlobalCitizenNOW: Johannesburg, a major moment in our year-long Scaling Up Renewables in Africa campaign! On November 21, ahead of the G20 summit, we’ll convene leaders, advocates, and more to accelerate investments in renewables and drive bold action towards Africa’s clean energy transition. But first, we’re going back to basics to answer an important question: what are “renewables,” anyway? Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. ⚡ 🔌 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eziTfp9e

We are excited to spotlight the winners of the Global Citizen and PayPal Small Business Impact Awards. These are entrepreneurs and small business owners who are making a positive social and environmental impact in their communities. Each of these changemakers has built products, services, or business models that prove profit and purpose can and should go hand in hand. They are driving innovation while strengthening their local economies and communities. Meet our incredible winners and stay tuned learn how they are building a more inclusive, sustainable, and thriving future for all.

As ministers land in Belém this week, they’ll face one of COP30’s defining challenges: securing the financing needed for real, lasting climate action. Global Citizen is calling on governments to adopt solidarity levies on premium air travel - small, fair contributions added to business-class tickets and private jet flights that could generate billions for climate resilience. Here’s why this matters: ✈️ Fair: Only the wealthiest flyers contribute. 💡 Simple: Collected through existing ticketing systems. 🌍 Proven: Countries like France, Chile, and Korea have already raised billions through similar approaches. 🏝️ Impactful: Funds can build flood defenses, power clinics with solar, restore coastlines, and strengthen communities facing climate extremes. More than 231 organizations and 99,000+ Global Citizens have signed our open letter urging leaders to join the Premium Flyers Solidarity Coalition at COP30. This is smart policy: predictable, debt-free finance that doesn’t burden everyday families or harm the aviation sector. This week, as decisions are made in Belém, we’re asking leaders to step up and champion this innovative solution. 👉 Learn more & take action at https://bit.ly/3Xx0fFO #ClimateAction #SustainableFinance #GlobalCitizen #COP30 #SolidarityLevies #ClimateJustice Michael Sheldrick

What can Amazonian small business leaders teach the world about making climate action work for communities? This past Saturday, at the MuCA | Museu de Ciência da Amazônia in Belterra, Brazil, Global Citizen and SEBRAE brought together entrepreneurs, artists, investors, and policymakers for a gathering to spotlight thought leaders and businesses within Amazon’s bioeconomy on a global stage. Building on the momentum of the Global Citizen Festival: Amazônia and the commitment to mobilize $1B for the Amazon and beyond, the lesson was clear: building a thriving bioeconomy requires driving investments into the hands of those who are putting the global climate agenda into action. As stated in addresses by H.E. Mia Mottley and H.E. Stefan Lövfen, we must bridge the gap between global resources and local solutions, move from headline pledges to real-world impact rooted in nature. In a region under constant pressure to clear forests, local leaders and businesses are proving there is another path: regenerative, forest-based enterprises that create jobs, protect ecosystems, and model solutions to global climate challenges. This work is made possible through our partnership with SEBRAE, whose leadership under Décio Lima and Rubens Magno Jr, is strengthening the Amazon’s socio-bioeconomy and helping small businesses scale sustainable solutions from the ground up. Special thanks to the local businesses who exhibited their products and all speakers who spoke on initiatives to create deforestation-free value chains, highlight local bioeconomic enterprises, and close the gaps to make international financing accessible to local business leaders. Gqi Raoleka, Rodrigo Salvado, Rodrigo "Kiko" Afonso, Dieter Bratschi, Rafael Feltran Barbieri, Fabio Neves, Pastor José Batista Ferreira, Rachel Biderman, Mwandwe Chileshe, Nicia Coutinho, Frank Portela. BioStrepto Ekilibre/Kairos Kanavarro DEVERAS AMAZÔNIA Amazbiotech Abrahão Victor Tavares de Lima Amazon Biotec Cariatides Mahá Biocosmeticos Yara Couro Ekilibre Amazonia/Kairos Kanavarro, DEVERAS AMAZÔNIA, AmazonCure, Cacaus Biocosméticos Reinterra alimentos desidratados Nativus Mad Açai soil Brisa amazônica Tapajó experiências Soul da Mata Açaí e Sorvetes Gourmet, Directto, Boto Gelato, Neuroprotect Biotec

We are pleased to announce the speakers for the Reverse Power Panel: Youth Powering Africa’s Energy Future, taking place in Johannesburg on November 17. Hon. Samantha Graham-Maré – Deputy Minister, Department of Electricity and Energy of the Republic of South Africa. Gaylor Montmasson-Clair – Director and Co-founder, Southern Transitions. Bhekumuzi Dean Bhebhe – Director, Africa Change Lab. These leaders will share insights on how policy, innovation, and youth-led solutions can accelerate Africa’s clean energy transition.

We’re beyond proud to celebrate Comerc Energia and Future Climate for helping make Global Citizen Festival: Amazônia one of the most sustainable festivals ever to take place in the Amazon region! 🌿 Through the collective contribution of carbon credits, these two helped offset the festival’s entire carbon footprint. All emissions were independently monitored and will be verified by experts including Hope Solutions and Showpower Global B.V., who are producing comprehensive post-event greenhouse gas and energy impact assessments. Thanks for helping prove that bringing people together in celebration doesn’t have to come at the cost of protecting the planet 💚 Read more about the festival's sustainability efforts in our Impact Report 👏 https://lnkd.in/e8Ux5Qek

#GlobalTownHall 2025: The Future We Need will bring together world leaders, leading minds, and voices from around the world to discuss the defining issues of our time—from global peace and security to sustainability, democracy, and human rights. Be part of the global conversation with world leaders and changemakers shaping the world’s future at #GTH2025. 🗓️ Saturday, 15 November 2025 🔗 Register NOW at globaltownhall2025.com"

Africa’s next chapter in energy is being driven by its young leaders.⚡ Global Citizen, in partnership with the African Youth Energy Network (Africa) and the Department of Electricity and Energy of South Africa, is hosting the Reverse Power Panel: Youth Powering Africa’s Energy Future on 17 November 2025 in Johannesburg. Join us as we explore how young leaders are shaping Africa’s clean energy transition. 🌍 📅 Monday, 17 November 2025 👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/3XljqlX #ScalingUpRenewablesInAfrica #CleanEnergy #GlobalCitizen #AYEN #EnergyTransition #AfricaRising #YouthLeadership #RenewableEnergy