GLOBAL CITIZEN - THE PRIZE LIVE STREAMING
What is Global Citizen Prize? This year, more than ever, the world needs leaders — people who go above and beyond to make the world a better place; people who are focused on supporting the most vulnerable communities; people who inspire you to stand up and take action. The Global Citizen Prize honors recipients who are making extraordinary efforts for the world’s most vulnerable. This broadcast and the digitally streamed show will also feature inspirational stories and unforgettable performances that will bring together influencers, artists, activists, and global leaders to remind everyone that there are many reasons to be hopeful as we enter into 2021.
Global Citizen Artist of the Year
2020 Winner: Sir Elton John
This award celebrates a creative individual or group who use their platform to create change, not just through conversation but through meaningful impact.
Global Citizen Prize for Business Leader
2020 Winner: Temie Giwa-Tubosun
This honors an individual in the business community who has combined business goals with positive human impact.
Cisco Youth Leadership Award
Tune in to Global Citizen Prize to find out who wins!
The Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award was established by Cisco and Global Citizen to recognize and lift up a young person positively impacting the world, demonstrate the impact that young people are having on achieving the United Nation's Global Goals, and accelerate global problem solving.
Global Citizen of the Year
2020 Winner: Bryan Stevenson
This award celebrates an individual who has proven exceptional and sustained impact toward the end of extreme poverty and its systemic causes.
Global Citizen Prize for World Leader
2020 Winner: Ursula von der Leyen
This award honors a political figure who advocates for and has implemented policy changes that have improved the lives of those living in poverty.
Country Hero Award
Every person can be a leader who takes action for the world we want. The Country Hero Award category celebrates individuals around the world who have shown exceptional commitment to achieving the Global Goals and championing the most vulnerable. The award will be presented in Canada, UK, Germany, Nigeria, South Africa, Australia, and Mexico.
