GLOBAL CITIZEN FORUM
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF
His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi
UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah
RELIVE THE EXPERIENCE
The future is in motion.
Thank you for being part of the global citizenship movement.
Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Hosted in one of the fastest growing sustainable tourism destinations in the UAE, with accommodations at the exceptional Waldorf Astoria.
A two-day experience
In partnership with the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority to reimagine a new momentum for human mobility.
Distinguished speakers
Gathering the world's most inspiring and innovative leaders to connect, engage, and empower the vital dialogue on global citizenship.
THE MOVEMENT. THE MESSAGE.
"The Global Citizen Forum thrives on the strength to see the world as it is, and the courage to imagine the world as it could be"
Talimka Yordanova, CEO, Global Citizen Forum
Indulge in the memories.
Escape to the best moments in time.
DAY ONE: INVOLVE
EXPAND YOUR HORIZONS
CELEBRATE IMPORTANT MILESTONES IN A BREATHTAKING OASIS
Hosted in the leading sustainable destination of the Middle East, expand your horizons and further your reach beyond borders to an exceptional oasis — all while turning promising contacts into thriving opportunities and celebrating important milestones with the global community.
DAY TWO: EVOLVE
CONNECT WITH VISIONARIES
WORLD-CLASS SPEAKERS AND THOUGHT LEADERS
Your opportunity to connect and engage with a global network of extraordinary leaders. From heads of states, leaders of the civil society, top-tier economists, acclaimed artists and athletes, philanthropists and entrepreneurs – expand your personal network with the Global Citizen Forum's dynamic and diverse community pioneering for a better world.
THE GALA: EMPOWER
EMPOWER YOUR MISSION
COLLABORATIVE EXPERIENCES AND MEANINGFUL INTERACTIONS
Your journey as a global citizen begins here. Empower your personal mission through vital dialogue on global issues and be part of the solution. Play your part in creating a lasting impact and helping shape future policies that ensure a better future for the next generation.
Seize this opportunity.
Start your journey today.
Your 2021 Hosts
Rebecca McLaughlin-Eastham
TV Presenter, Former Euronews Anchor and Producer
UAE
Dynamic TV presenter, event host, and media trainer — Rebecca McLaughlin-Eastham shines on the global stage with more than 20 years of experience leading US, Middle East and European TV networks including Bloomberg television and CNBC. A former anchor, lead writer, and executive producer of Euronews' flagship regional magazine program, Rebecca has also written extensively for leading global publications, from Vogue Magazine and The National newspaper to the South China Morning Post and the Wall Street Journal.
Richard Quest
Journalist and Anchor
USA
Based in New York City, Richard Quest is CNN's foremost international business correspondent. His coverage of breaking news, which has spanned two decades, has seen him report on a range of diverse and monumental stories, making him one of the most instantly recognizable members of the CNN team. Quest has regularly reported from G20 meetings and attends the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland each year.
Sara Al Madani
Serial Entrepreneur
UAE
Her Excellency Sara Al Madani is a respected fashion designer and entrepreneur. She was selected by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi to serve as the youngest board member at Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Following her success as a young businesswoman, Sara became an inspiring voice to women in the UAE.
Speakers & Guests
Ms. Halima Aden
Mr. Hassan Akkad
H.E. Dr. Tariq Al Gurg
H.E. Sara Al Madani
Ms. Samantha Allyson
Mr. Steve Aoki
Mr. Armand Arton
Mr. Rabea Ataya
Hon. Moses Shyne Barrow
Mr. Edmund Bartlett
Mrs. Beatrice Hamza Bassey
Mr. Nana Kwame Bediako
Dr. Youssef Boutros-Ghali
Ms. Maria Bravo
Dr. Deborah Brosnan
Hon. Gaston Browne
Mr. Steven Carless
Mr. Maximillion Cooper
Dr. Anino Emuwa
Mrs. Maria Fernanda Espinosa
Hon. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim
Ms. Gwen Hines
Hon. Jewel Howard-Taylor
Mr. Thomas Isermann
Mr. Sacha Jafri
Mr. Wyclef Jean
Mr. Dominic Kalms
Mr. Emmanuel Kelly
Mr. Todd Krim
Mr. Craig Leeson
Mrs. Eva Longoria
Hon. Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde
Ms. Emi Mahmoud
Ms. Zahara Malik
Mr. Florent Malouda
Mr. Siyabulela Mandela
Ms. Yusra Mardini
H.E. Iván Duque Márquez
Ms. Flaviana Matata
Dr. Abdulla Mausoom
Ms. Rebecca McLaughlin-Eastham
Ms. Noella Coursaris Musunka
Ms. Josie Naughton
Ms. Vivian Onano
Ms. Florence Otedola
Ms. Yasmine Ouirhrane
Mr. Atanas Pekanov
Mr. Raki Phillips
Hon. Philip J. Pierre
Mr. Victor Ponta
Mr. Rhett Power
Ms. Rebecca Anne Proctor
Mr. Richard Quest
Hon. Matteo Renzi
Mr. Nouriel Roubini
Mr. Jaggi Vasudev (Sadhguru)
Ms. June Sarpong
Ms. Nicole Scherzinger
Mr. Clarence Seedorf
Ms. Eni Selfo
Ms. Shanina Shaik
Mr. David Shrier
H.E. Ulisses Correia e Silva
Mr. David Simas
Dr. Kristin Surak
Mr. Fred Swaniker
Ms. Sophia Swire
Mr. Ricardo Valente
Mr. Nick Van de Wall
Dr. Abraão A. Barbosa Vicente
Mr. Chris Voss
Mr. Ayman Wahab
Thank you for joining
gathered together to illuminate the future.
Partners
Presenting Partner
Programming Partners
Network Partners
Mobility Partners
Auction Partners
Media Partners
Governments represented
NGOs represented
Sustainability Partner
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